Headline:
Tornado Warning issued June 5 at 7:41PM CDT until June 5 at 8:15PM CDT by NWS Omaha/Valley NE
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
June 5, 2026 - 5:41pm
Expires:
June 5, 2026 - 6:15pm
Description:
At 740 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over Swanton, or 17 miles north of Fairbury, and is
nearly stationary.
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.
This tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of
north central Jefferson and southeastern Saline Counties.
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.
Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to
flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Area Description:
Jefferson, NE; Saline, NE
Forcast Office:
NWS Omaha/Valley NE
Sender: