Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 16 at 8:01PM CDT by NWS North Platte NE
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 16, 2026 - 6:01pm
Expires:
May 16, 2026 - 6:30pm
Description:
At 801 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Moorefield, or 9 miles northeast of Curtis, moving north at 40 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...
Brady, Moorefield, Jeffrey Canyon State Wildlife Management Area,
Cottonwood Canyon State Wildlife Management Area, and Vroman.
This includes Interstate 80 in Nebraska between mile markers 195 and
208.
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; Frontier
Forcast Office:
NWS North Platte NE
Sender: