Jefferson County, NE

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Briefing

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Sunday, Jul 26, 2026, 1:46 PM

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From the Forecaster

Strong Storm Potential Across Northeast Nebraska

Created by the NWS Omaha/Valley WFO

A strong storm or two may move into northeast Nebraska this evening, with the greatest chance in the red shaded area. Primary hazards include isolated damaging wind gusts of 60 to 80 mph, frequent lightning, and brief heavy rainfall.

Image Description

National Weather Service graphic titled "Strong to Severe Storm Potential this Evening" dated July 25, 2026. It highlights strong to severe storms expected in northeast Nebraska, with primary hazards including gusty winds with isolated pockets of 60–80 mph, lightning, and brief heavy rain. A regional map shows the highest storm potential in brighter red shading across northern areas, along with estimated onset times: 6–8 PM near O'Neill, 7–9 PM near Bloomfield, and 8–10 PM near Sioux City.

Omaha/Valley Area Forecast Discussion

Seven-day Weather Risk Overview

The graphic shows the daily risk summary for 7 days. Daily risk is based on highest risk factor for that day.

	Sun 7/26	Mon 7/27	Tue 7/28	Wed 7/29	Thu 7/30	Fri 7/31	Sat 8/1
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dBz	Intensity
−35–0	Extremely light (drizzle/snow)
0–20	Very light precipitation or general clutter
20–40	Light precipitation
40–50	Moderate precipitation
50–65	Heavy precipitation or some hail
>65	Extremely heavy precipitation including water-coated hail

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