Headline:
Tornado Warning issued May 18 at 2:56PM CDT until May 18 at 3:15PM CDT by NWS Omaha/Valley NE
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
May 18, 2026 - 12:56pm
Expires:
May 18, 2026 - 1:15pm
Description:
At 254 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located 4 miles east of Diller, or 13 miles southwest of
Beatrice, moving northeast at 25 mph. A new area of rotation capable
of developing into a tornado was developing 2 miles west of Odell,
also moving northeast at 25 mph. A third area of rotation capable of
developing into a tornado was located 5 miles south of Endicott,
also moving northeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and two inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation. This storm has a history of
producing a tornado 2 miles south of Diller.
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.
This dangerous storm will be near...
Odell around 300 PM.
Wymore and Blue Springs around 310 PM CDT.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include Rock
Creek Station State Historical Park and Endicott.
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: