Headline:
Tornado Warning issued May 17 at 8:58PM CDT until May 17 at 9:15PM CDT by NWS Omaha/Valley NE
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
May 17, 2026 - 6:58pm
Expires:
May 17, 2026 - 7:15pm
Description:
At 857 PM CDT, a confirmed tornado was located over Glenwood, or 11
miles southeast of Offutt AFB, moving northeast at 50 mph.
HAZARD...Damaging tornado and quarter size hail.
SOURCE...Public confirmed tornado on the south side of Plattsmouth
around 8:48 PM.
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.
Locations impacted include...
Glenwood, Pacific Junction, Silver City, and Mineola.
This includes Interstate 29 between mile markers 29 and 35.
Instruction:
To repeat, a tornado is on the ground. 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:
Mills, IA
Forcast Office:
NWS Omaha/Valley NE
Sender: