LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) – Enjoy the warmth while it lasts. Above-average temperatures will stick around through the end of the week, but they come with a catch: multiple chances for strong to severe thunderstorms that could impact your plans.
Tonight Into Monday: Isolated Storm Threat, Critical Fire Danger
Most of Nebraska will stay dry through Monday evening with mostly clear skies and warm conditions. However, there’s a small chance for an isolated storm or two to develop, particularly in the northeastern part of the state. If a storm does pop up, it could turn strong to severe with large hail and damaging winds as the main threats.
Fire weather is the primary concern this evening. Critical fire danger is in place across much of the state, mainly west of a line from Lincoln to Norfolk, through early this evening. Southwest winds are gusting 20 to 35 mph with humidity dropping to just 15 to 25 percent — a dangerous combination. Red Flag Warnings remain in place through either 8 p.m. or 9 p.m. If you’re planning any outdoor activities, avoid burning and stay weather-aware. Recent green-up and weaker winds in some areas may keep conditions from reaching extreme levels, but it’s being closely monitored…