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Fire Weather Concerns West; Thunderstorms in the Upper Midwest

Dry and breezy conditions will enhance fire weather concerns across portions of the northern and central High Plains through Saturday, where fuels remain largely receptive. Severe thunderstorms are possible across portions of central Nebraska to the Upper Midwest this Friday afternoon into tonight. Read More >

Storms are looking increasingly sparse Friday into the overnight hours, but if one does form, it'll be feisty! Potential storm strength peaks 10 PM to 12 AM, with chances lingering into the overnight hours. If you're planning on spending the afternoon/evening outside, keep an eye on the skies!
Well before sunrise on September 10, 2015, severe thunderstorms battered Wymore and Blue Springs, Nebraska. The storm unleashed 80 mph wind gusts and left a path of destruction across town. It produced piles of hail, and causing widespread tree damage, downed power lines, roof damage, and destroyed garages.
Key forecast messages through the next 7 days for eastern Nebraska and western Iowa. For more forecast information:

🏡 NWS Omaha/Valley, Nebraska Homepage - Get a forecast for any location.

📃 Hazardous Weather Briefing (DSS Packet)