Additional Cherry County Storm Spotter Training

Storm Impacting the Northwest U.S.; Fire Weather Conditions in Southern California; Severe Weather in the South

A Pacific storm is bringing areas of low elevation rain, moderate to heavy mountain snow, and high winds to the Northwest. Strong Santa Ana winds and very dry conditions are producing elevated to critical fire weather conditions in southern California. Isolated strong to severe thunderstorms are possible through early Wednesday morning across parts of northeast Texas into western Tennessee. Read More >

Hey Cherry County and Surrounding Areas - Additional Storm Spotter Training!!

No Specialized Experience is Needed - Everyone is Welcome!!

**Cherry County Storm Spotter Training:**
Monday, June 13, 2022 at 6 PM CDT - Niobrara National Scenic River Visitor Center - 214 US-20, Valentine, Nebraska

Cherry County Storm Spotter Training:

Monday, June 13, 2022 at 6 PM CDT - Niobrara National Scenic River Visitor Center - 214 US-20, Valentine, Nebraska

The National Weather Service (NWS) Office in North Platte is excited to announce one additional storm spotter training session for the 2022 spotter season. This FREE training session is being offered in collaboration with our friends at the Niobrara National Scenic River (National Park Service) and Cherry County Emergency Management. All interested spotters are welcome to attend. Topics that will be covered are:

Introductions from the National Park Service and the National Weather Service

2021 Severe Weather Season in Review

Basics of Thunderstorm and Tornado Development

Thunderstorm Modes and Hazards

Identifying Key Thunderstorm Features

How and What to Report

Awareness and Safety

Flooding

Additional Resources

Pre-registration is not necessary. If you have further questions, please contact the Warning Coordination Meteorologist Shawn Jacobs directly.

Storm Impacting the Northwest U.S.; Fire Weather Conditions in Southern California; Severe Weather in the South

Additional Cherry County Storm Spotter Training - 2022

Hey Cherry County and Surrounding Areas - Additional Storm Spotter Training!!