Additional Cherry County Storm Spotter Training

Storm Systems to Impact the Central and Eastern U.S. Through the Weekend

Two storm systems will track through the central and eastern U.S. today through this weekend with areas of gusty winds, rain and heavy snow. Severe thunderstorms and heavy to excessive rainfall is forecast today from the Lower Mississippi River Valley to the Tennessee Valley. Damaging winds, a few tornadoes, and areas of flooding are possible. Read More >

Hey Cherry County and Surrounding Areas - Additional Storm Spotter Training!!

No Specialized Experience is Needed - Everyone is Welcome!!

**Cherry County Storm Spotter Training:**
Monday, June 13, 2022 at 6 PM CDT - Niobrara National Scenic River Visitor Center - 214 US-20, Valentine, Nebraska

Cherry County Storm Spotter Training:

Monday, June 13, 2022 at 6 PM CDT - Niobrara National Scenic River Visitor Center - 214 US-20, Valentine, Nebraska

The National Weather Service (NWS) Office in North Platte is excited to announce one additional storm spotter training session for the 2022 spotter season. This FREE training session is being offered in collaboration with our friends at the Niobrara National Scenic River (National Park Service) and Cherry County Emergency Management. All interested spotters are welcome to attend. Topics that will be covered are:

Introductions from the National Park Service and the National Weather Service

2021 Severe Weather Season in Review

Basics of Thunderstorm and Tornado Development

Thunderstorm Modes and Hazards

Identifying Key Thunderstorm Features

How and What to Report

Awareness and Safety

Flooding

Additional Resources

Pre-registration is not necessary. If you have further questions, please contact the Warning Coordination Meteorologist Shawn Jacobs directly.

Storm Systems to Impact the Central and Eastern U.S. Through the Weekend

Additional Cherry County Storm Spotter Training - 2022

Hey Cherry County and Surrounding Areas - Additional Storm Spotter Training!!