Winter Storm Warning Issued for Greeley, Nance, and Valley Counties in Nebraska
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NOAA issued it on April 6, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).
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A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for central Nebraska starting Thursday morning, with 4 to 6 inches of snow and 40 mph wind gusts expected.
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- Record type
- Winter Storm Warning
- Affected area
- Central Nebraska
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Hastings NE
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Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Central Nebraska.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Hastings, NE has issued a Winter Storm Warning (WSW) for portions of central Nebraska. The alert was issued on the evening of February 18 and remains in effect through the end of the day Thursday.
Affected Areas
This warning specifically impacts the following geographic regions:
- Valley County
- Greeley County
- Nance County
What You Should Do
Residents and travelers in the warning area are advised to consider delaying travel. If travel is necessary, ensure your vehicle is equipped with an emergency kit including a flashlight, food, and water. For the latest road conditions in Nebraska, residents can call 5 1 1.
Expected Conditions
- Snow Accumulation: Total snow accumulations between 4 and 6 inches are expected.
- Wind: Northerly winds are forecast to gust as high as 40 mph.
- Visibility and Hazards: The combination of heavy snow and gusty winds will likely lead to areas of blowing and drifting snow, significantly reducing visibility. Travel could become very difficult, particularly during the Thursday evening commute.
Timeline
- Onset: The warning begins at 6:00 AM CST on Thursday, February 19.
- Duration: The warning is scheduled to expire at 12:00 AM CST on Friday, February 20 (midnight Thursday night).
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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