Omaha, Nebraska – Strong winds, large hail, and localized flooding could impact communities along the Nebraska-Iowa border starting Wednesday afternoon as a multi-day storm system rolls through the region.
According to the National Weather Service in Omaha/Valley, a Marginal Risk is in effect Wednesday and Thursday, with a 40-70% chance of storms each afternoon and a 5% chance that any one storm could become severe. The alert spans from Norfolk and Lincoln to Council Bluffs, Sioux City, and western Iowa cities like Carroll and Atlantic.
Omaha, Bellevue, and Council Bluffs may see storm development during peak commute hours, with the potential for downed tree limbs, minor property damage, and reduced visibility from heavy rainfall. Motorists along I-80 and I-29 should prepare for slick roads and possible ponding. Residents in flood-prone areas are advised to clear drains and monitor alerts closely.
Though the storms are not expected to be widespread or long-lasting, any isolated severe cell could bring damaging gusts or brief downpours. The weather pattern may shift further east by Friday, but additional updates are expected if storm potential increases.
Stay weather-aware and have multiple ways to receive alerts through Thursday evening.
