Severe thunderstorms are likely today across the northern Plains and into the upper Mississippi Valley. Gusty winds and dry conditions will result in widespread critical fire weather through Saturday across parts of the Four Corners region and the Great Basin. A significant and dangerous heat wave will expand from the Central U.S. into the Eastern U.S this weekend through much of next week. Read More >
Omaha/Valley, NE
Weather Forecast Office
January 20, 2025: Storm spotter classes have been scheduled for this upcoming season. Please check a list of classes below.
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(YouTube Spotter Talk - 11 minutes) |
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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.
Weather Spotter's Field Guide - pdf file
Skywatcher Cloud Chart - pdf file
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Omaha/Valley, NE
6707 North 288th Street
Valley, NE 68064-9443
402-359-5166
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