Storm spotter information for the National Weather Service Forecast Office

Heavy Rain in the Southeast and Portions of the Central Plains; Mountain Snow in the West

Scattered areas of heavy rain continue to produce isolated flash flooding across the coastlines of the central Gulf and Southeast. A storm system will bring mountain snow, locally heavy rain, gusty winds and much cooler temperatures to portions of the western and central U.S. Above average temperatures will advance eastward into the Great Lakes and Northeast today and Monday. Read More >

Severe Storm Spotter Training

January 20, 2025: Storm spotter classes have been scheduled for this upcoming season. Please check a list of classes below.

(YouTube Spotter Talk - 11 minutes)

The class provides a basic understanding of thunderstorm structure, spotting techniques, reporting criteria, safety information and procedures. The video shown above includes highlights of topics that will be covered in the presentations. There are also online spotter courses that are available from the link below as well as an online field guide and cloud chart that can be downloaded for free.

Additional classes may be added. Please check back for updates.

All classes last around 1 to 1 1/2 hours.

Classes are free and open to the public.

Classes are appropriate for all ages. Ages 10 and up will likely get the most out of the training.

Pre-registration is NOT required unless specifically noted for a particular class.

Classes are scheduled in collaboration with county emergency management officials.

You may attend a class in any location, offered by any NWS office, regardless of where you live.

Heavy Rain in the Southeast and Portions of the Central Plains; Mountain Snow in the West

Storm spotter information for the National Weather Service Forecast Office - Omaha, NE

Severe Storm Spotter Training