National Weather Service halts launches of weather balloons in Omaha due to staffing issues
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Many people around the Omaha metro remember April 26, 2024 vividly. “It was like 20 seconds of somebody ...
'This frankly is just dangerous': Weather forecasts will worsen as DOGE cuts mean fewer balloon launches, experts say
With massive job cuts, the National Weather Service is eliminating or reducing vital weather balloon launches in eight ...
Where last week's blizzard left us and where the future of Omaha storms are headed
Damage from March 19's blizzard left 132,000 people without power. The Omaha Public Power District called it a "500-year ice ...
Severe weather awareness: Douglas and Sarpy counties localize siren systems
Douglas and Sarpy counties have both localized their siren systems. Sirens will be activated in only certain parts of each county based on active threats. Those sirens will sound for hazards like ...
Severe weather awareness: Siren system changes to know for Omaha metro
There are a few changes for severe weather sirens around the metro area this season. Douglas and Sarpy counties have both localized their siren systems. Sign up for our Newsletters Sirens will be ...
Crews continue to restore power after ‘most destructive weather event’ in OPPD history
Omaha Public Power District crews are continuing power restoration efforts Monday after last week’s major blizzard.