Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 27 at 11:16PM CDT until April 27 at 11:45PM CDT by NWS North Platte NE
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 27, 2025 - 9:16pm
Expires:
April 27, 2025 - 9:45pm
Description:
At 1115 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located 11 miles northeast of Merritt Reservoir, or 11 miles
southwest of Valentine, moving northeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and two inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
Locations impacted include...
Kilgore, Merritt Reservoir, Crookston, Highway 97 crossing the
Niobrara River, and Anderson Bridge State Wildlife Management Area.
This includes the following highways...
Highway 20 between mile markers 170 and 195.
Highway 97 between mile markers 115 and 137.
Highway 83 between mile markers 215 and 222.
Instruction:
Heavy rainfall may hide this tornado. Do not wait to see or hear the
tornado. TAKE COVER NOW!
Tornadoes are extremely difficult to see and confirm at night. Do not
wait to see or hear the tornado. TAKE COVER NOW!
Area Description:
Cherry, NE
Forcast Office:
NWS North Platte NE