Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 16 at 7:35PM CDT by NWS North Platte NE
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 16, 2026 - 5:35pm
Expires:
May 16, 2026 - 6:15pm
Description:
At 734 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 9
miles south of Wallace, or 14 miles northwest of Hayes Center, moving
east at 10 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...
Marengo and Somerset.
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 for
southwestern Nebraska.
Area Description:
Lincoln; Hayes; Frontier
Forcast Office:
NWS North Platte NE
Sender: