Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Richardson County, Nebraska
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Current Status
⛈️ Active: Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued August 19 at 4:03PM CDT until August 19 at 4:45PM CDT by NWS Omaha/Valley NE
At 403 PM CDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 4 miles south of Fairfax to 4 miles southeast of Verdon to 3 miles west of Bern, moving east at 35 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include... Falls City, Salem and Rulo.
Effective August 19, 2026 at 5:03 PM ET · Expires August 19, 2026 at 5:45 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Omaha/Valley NE
Expires
August 19, 2026 at 5:45 PM ET
Last Checked
1 hour ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for Richardson County, Nebraska?
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Is this Severe Thunderstorm Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (1 hour ago). It's set to expire August 19, 2026 at 5:45 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Richardson County?
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