Headline:
Tornado Warning issued May 18 at 2:39PM CDT until May 18 at 3:15PM CDT by NWS Omaha/Valley NE
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
May 18, 2026 - 12:39pm
Expires:
May 18, 2026 - 1:15pm
Description:
At 239 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Steele City, or 13 miles southeast of Fairbury,
moving northeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and baseball 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.
Locations impacted include...
Wymore, Blue Springs, Odell, Diller, Endicott, Steele City, Camp
Jefferson, and Rock Creek Station State Historical Park.
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:
Gage, NE; Jefferson, NE
Forcast Office:
NWS Omaha/Valley NE
Sender: