Omaha, NE – Scattered thunderstorms are expected to develop across southeastern Nebraska and southern Iowa starting Thursday evening, with the strongest activity forecast Friday night into early Saturday morning.
According to the National Weather Service Omaha/Valley office, the storm system will begin affecting the region around 7 p.m. Thursday, continuing through midnight. Storms may produce wind gusts up to 60 mph and hail up to 1 inch in diameter. The greatest threat shifts into Friday night, with storms possible between 8 p.m. and 4 a.m. Saturday.
Meteorologists have issued a Level 2 risk for parts of southeastern Nebraska and southwest Iowa on Thursday, including areas like Lincoln, Omaha, and Council Bluffs. A Level 1 risk will extend further north and west. By Friday, the severe risk decreases slightly to Level 1 but still includes a broad region. Tornadoes are not likely but cannot be entirely ruled out.
Residents are encouraged to monitor local alerts, especially if planning outdoor activities Thursday evening or overnight Friday. Officials advise having multiple ways to receive warnings and staying weather-aware through the weekend.
This marks the start of a stormy pattern across the Plains, with more showers and storms possible Saturday.
