Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Saline 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 16 at 4:57AM CDT until August 16 at 5:15AM CDT by NWS Omaha/Valley NE
At 456 AM CDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 4 miles northeast of Crete to 5 miles northwest of Filley to 4 miles north of Liberty, moving east at 40 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include... Beatrice, Crete, Wilber, Wymore, De Witt, Blue Springs, Clatonia, Hallam, Pickrell, Barneston, Liberty, Holmesville, Homestead National Historical Park, Rockford State Recreation Area, Rockford, Walnut Creek Recreation Area, and Olive Creek State Recreation Area.
Effective August 16, 2026 at 5:57 AM ET · Expires August 16, 2026 at 6:15 AM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Omaha/Valley NE
Expires
August 16, 2026 at 6:15 AM ET
Last Checked
36 minutes ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Torrential rainfall is occurring with these storms, and may lead to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Also In Effect For
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning also covers:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for Saline 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 (36 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 16, 2026 at 6:15 AM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Saline County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning is also in effect for Gage County, Lancaster County.