Omaha, Nebraska – A new round of thunderstorms is set to hit eastern Nebraska and western Iowa by Wednesday afternoon, bringing a renewed threat of flash flooding and damaging winds along major travel routes like I-29 and U.S. Highway 75.
According to the National Weather Service in Omaha, widespread showers and thunderstorms are expected to redevelop after 3 p.m. Wednesday and continue into the evening. Some of these storms may produce heavy rainfall — between a quarter and half an inch — along with wind gusts up to 25 mph. Localized flash flooding remains a key concern in areas already saturated from earlier storms.
Carter Lake, Council Bluffs, and Omaha are under heightened risk, especially near low-lying intersections and underpasses. Commuters should avoid flooded roads and secure loose outdoor items before storms arrive. Emergency responders urge residents to monitor alerts and avoid unnecessary travel during peak storm hours Wednesday evening.
The threat continues into Thursday with more storms likely after 1 p.m., followed by another round Saturday night into Sunday. While the chance for severe weather this weekend remains under 10%, flooding risks persist due to repeated rainfall over already-soaked ground.
Warnings remain in effect through late Thursday. More advisories may be issued.
📆 Five-Day Forecast for Carter Lake, IA | June 24–29
- Tuesday: High 89°F – Showers & T-storms likely after 3 p.m.; gusts to 20 mph
- Wednesday: High 94°F – Showers & T-storms likely after 3 p.m.; localized flooding possible
- Thursday: High 90°F – More storms after 1 p.m.; continued flood and wind risk
- Friday: High 92°F – Mostly clear, drier break expected
- Saturday: High 91°F – Thunderstorms return late night into Sunday morning
