Omaha, Nebraska – Severe thunderstorms are expected to target eastern Nebraska—including Omaha, Lincoln, and surrounding communities—tonight, with damaging winds and large hail posing the biggest threats between 9 p.m. and 3 a.m. Another round of storms could impact the region again Thursday evening.
According to the National Weather Service in Omaha, there is a 50–70% chance of thunderstorms across the risk area overnight, and a 15–30% chance that any given storm becomes severe. The main concern tonight is wind gusts over 60 mph, capable of downing tree limbs and power lines, as well as hail up to one inch in diameter. While tornadoes are not expected tonight, locally heavy rainfall could still lead to isolated flooding.
Communities in Douglas, Sarpy, Lancaster, Dodge, and Saunders counties should prepare for possible power outages and hazardous travel on highways such as I-80 and US-75. Residents are urged to secure outdoor items, charge devices, and have multiple ways to receive weather alerts. Council Bluffs and other western Iowa cities may also see impacts as storms track east.
Looking ahead, another round of strong to severe storms is possible Thursday evening, with uncertainty about exact timing and severity depending on how tonight’s activity evolves. Stay weather-aware and check for updated advisories as more details emerge.
