Nebraska Tornado Warning | Effective 05/18/2026 15:44

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued May 18 at 5:44PM CDT until May 18 at 6:00PM CDT by NWS Omaha/Valley NE
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
May 18, 2026 - 3:44pm
Expires: 
May 18, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description: 
At 544 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located 4 miles west of Pawnee City, moving northeast at 45 mph. HAZARD...Tornado and quarter size hail. SOURCE...Weather spotters reported a funnel cloud. 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... Pawnee City, Table Rock, and Steinauer.
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: 
Pawnee, NE
Forcast Office: 
NWS Omaha/Valley NE