Fire Weather Watch issued March 14 at 2:48AM CDT until March 15 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Hastings NE
...Critical Fire Weather Conditions to Impact Area... .A strong low pressure will move across south central Nebraska and north central Kansas today. As the low shifts northeast this afternoon, a brief period of critical fire weather conditions will occur for parts of the area. On the backside of the low pressure Saturday, though cooler, strong winds and very dry air will push across much of south central Nebraska and north central Kansas and result in critical fire weather conditions by afternoon. The National Weather Service in Hastings has issued a Red Flag Warning for wind and low relative humidity, which
Red Flag Warning issued March 14 at 2:48AM CDT until March 14 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Hastings NE
...Critical Fire Weather Conditions to Impact Area... .A strong low pressure will move across south central Nebraska and north central Kansas today. As the low shifts northeast this afternoon, a brief period of critical fire weather conditions will occur for parts of the area. On the backside of the low pressure Saturday, though cooler, strong winds and very dry air will push across much of south central Nebraska and north central Kansas and result in critical fire weather conditions by afternoon. The National Weather Service in Hastings has issued a Red Flag Warning for wind and low relative humidity, which
High Wind Watch issued March 13 at 10:25PM CDT until March 15 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Hastings NE
* WHAT...Northwest winds sustained 30 to 40 MPH with frequent gusts 45 to 55 MPH. * WHERE...Portions of central, east central, and south central Nebraska, including the Tri Cities. * WHEN...From Friday evening through early Saturday evening. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Although accumulation should be minimal, mainly one-half inch or less, some snow could accompany these strong winds early Saturday morning, primarily within counties north and northeast of the Tri Cities. The combination of the strong winds and falling snow could reduce visibility
Red Flag Warning issued March 13 at 2:06AM CDT until March 13 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Hastings NE
* WINDS...South 15 to 25 mph with gusts near 30 to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 14 to 22 percent. * IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Fire Weather Watch issued March 12 at 2:29AM CDT until March 13 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Hastings NE
The National Weather Service in Hastings has issued a Fire Weather Watch for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect from Thursday afternoon through Thursday evening. * WINDS...South 15 to 25 mph with gusts near 30 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 15 to 20 percent. * IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Red Flag Warning issued March 10 at 1:37AM CDT until March 10 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Hastings NE
The National Weather Service in Hastings has issued a Red Flag Warning for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect from noon today to 8 PM CDT this evening. * WINDS...West to southwest with speeds of 15 to 25 mph and gusts up to 30 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 10 to 15 percent. * IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Fire Weather Watch issued March 9 at 1:44AM CST until March 10 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Hastings NE
The National Weather Service in Hastings has issued a Fire Weather Watch for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect from Monday afternoon through Monday evening. * WINDS...West to southwest winds with sustained speeds of 15 to 20 mph and gusts near 25 to 30 mph will be possible. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...Values as low as 11 to 17 percent are currently forecast. * IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Winter Weather Advisory issued March 7 at 1:57AM CST until March 7 at 6:00PM CST by NWS Hastings NE
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations as high as 1 to 2 inches. Northerly winds gusting as high as 30 to 35 MPH, increasing the potential for reduced visibility. * WHERE...Merrick, Buffalo, Dawson, and Hall Counties. * WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the commutes today, especially this morning. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow will mainly be of a slushy, wet consistency. The majority of accumulation is expected to occur before noon, with little accumulation during the afternoon hours.
High Wind Warning issued March 4 at 9:35PM CST until March 5 at 12:00PM CST by NWS Hastings NE
* WHAT...North-northwest winds sustained 30 to 40 mph, with gusts as high as 50 to 60 MPH. * WHERE...Portions of north central Kansas and central, east central, and south central Nebraska. * WHEN...Until noon CST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles on east-west oriented roads, and particularly where roads are slick from earlier snowfall. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Although still plenty strong, wind speeds will very gradually and slowly diminish with time through Wednesday morning. Gusts should decrease to between 40 and 50 MPH by 6 AM, and
Winter Weather Advisory issued March 4 at 2:38AM CST until March 5 at 3:00AM CST by NWS Hastings NE
...AT LEAST MINIMAL SNOW ACCOMPANIED BY INTENSE NORTH-NORTHWEST WINDS THIS AFTERNOON AND EVENING... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow with potential near-blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulation 1 inch or less most places, but possibly closer to 2 inches in limited spots. North-northwest winds gusting as high as 55 to 65 mph. * WHERE...Portions of north central Kansas and central, east central, and south central Nebraska. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 3 AM CST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday evening commute. Very strong winds could cause near-blizzard like conditions in