Severe Thunderstorms and Heavy Rainfall in the Northern Plains and Midwest; Fire Weather Threat in the West

Severe thunderstorms will continue to be possible over parts of the northern Plains and upper Midwest through Saturday which could bring large hail, damaging winds, and possible tornadoes. Heavy to excessive rainfall may produce flooding over a part of the Midwest today. Elevated to critical fire weather are expected today into this weekend over parts of the central Rockies and Great Basin. Read More >

2025 Spring Flood Outlook

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What is the Spring Flood Outlook?

The spring season is typically the season with the highest risk for river flooding. Thus, the National Weather Service determines flood risk across the country and provides the Spring Flood and Water Resources Outlook at this time every year. This outlook contains information about the potential for flooding throughout the spring months. The information can help decision makers and those with river interests prepare, in order to protect life and property.

Release Schedule

Thursday, March 13, 2025 (click for the latest update)

Additional Information:

River Level and Forecast Information
Flood Safety
Turn Around Don't Drown

Note that the outlooks provided by NWS Omaha address only the NWS Omaha service area of eastern Nebraska and southwest Iowa. For outlooks covering the rest of Nebraska and Iowa, refer to the following NWS offices:

Western Nebraska: NWS North Platte, NE -- https://www.weather.gov/lbf/
Central Nebraska: NWS Hastings, NE -- https://www.weather.gov/gid
Northwest Iowa/Northeast Nebraska: https://www.weather.gov/fsd
Central Iowa: NWS Des Moines, IA -- https://www.weather.gov/dmx/

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Severe Thunderstorms and Heavy Rainfall in the Northern Plains and Midwest; Fire Weather Threat in the West

NWS Omaha Spring Flood Outlook

2025 Spring Flood Outlook