Omaha, Nebraska – Heat index values could soar as high as 110°F across eastern Nebraska and western Iowa Tuesday afternoon, prompting a Heat Advisory through 8 p.m.
According to the National Weather Service in Omaha/Valley, the advisory spans from noon to 8 p.m., impacting cities like Omaha, Lincoln, Council Bluffs, and Norfolk. The extreme heat raises the risk of heat-related illnesses, particularly for vulnerable populations and those working or spending extended time outdoors.
In Omaha, the heat index is expected to peak near 108°F, while Lincoln and Fremont could feel like 105°F or higher. Areas farther south, including Beatrice, York, and Clarinda, may reach 106°F–109°F. A slightly cooler air mass may bring relief to parts of northeast Nebraska later today, but uncertainty remains on how far south the cooldown will extend…