Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 16 at 6:52PM CDT by NWS North Platte NE
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 16, 2026 - 4:52pm
Expires:
May 16, 2026 - 5:30pm
Description:
At 652 PM CDT/552 PM MDT/, Doppler radar was tracking a strong
thunderstorm 8 miles southwest of Wallace, or 20 miles northwest of
Hayes Center, moving east at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and nickel size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Wallace and Grainton.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 1100 PM CDT/1000
PM MDT/ for southwestern Nebraska.
Area Description:
Perkins; Lincoln; Chase; Hayes
Forcast Office:
NWS North Platte NE
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