Headline:
Tornado Warning issued September 1 at 8:40PM CDT until September 1 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Omaha/Valley NE
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
September 1, 2026 - 6:40pm
Expires:
September 1, 2026 - 7:00pm
Description:
At 840 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located 3 miles southwest of St. Helena, or 8 miles southeast of
Yankton, moving east at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and ping pong ball size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
This dangerous storm will be near...
Wynot and St. Helena around 845 PM CDT.
Instruction:
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.
Area Description:
Cedar, NE
Forcast Office:
NWS Omaha/Valley NE
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov