Donations could support emergency response efforts, victim support services, temporary housing for displaced families, food assistance, recovery efforts in affected communities, and community support programs. Funds may also aid medical support and memorial assistance where needed following the severe weather outbreak that caused widespread damage across Nebraska and Iowa.
Multiple tornadoes struck Nebraska and Iowa during a severe weather outbreak from May 15-18, 2026. Reports indicate at least 25 tornadoes across central states on May 17, with additional tornadoes on May 18 primarily in northeastern Kansas, southeastern Nebraska, and far southwestern Iowa. An EF3 tornado in Howard County, Nebraska, destroyed four homes but caused no reported injuries. Dangerous storms prompted a tornado emergency in parts of the Plains, including a tornado watch for northeast Nebraska and northwest Iowa. Over 235 severe weather reports occurred from May 16-18, with more than 300 reports on May 18 alone. Widespread damage was reported in Iowa and Nebraska communities, including homes ripped apart in Nebraska.
A severe weather outbreak impacted the central United States from May 15-18, 2026, with a focus on Nebraska and Iowa. On May 17, at least 25 tornadoes were reported across four states, leading to widespread damage in parts of Iowa and Nebraska. An EF3 tornado struck Howard County, Nebraska, destroying four homes though no injuries were reported. A tornado watch was in effect until 11:00 PM on May 17 for parts of northeast Nebraska and northwest Iowa, including the Omaha metro area. Preliminary reports from May 16-18 showed over 235 severe weather reports, including tornadoes in Nebraska, northern Kansas, and far northern Missouri. On May 18, more than 300 severe weather reports occurred, with tornadoes mainly in northeastern Kansas, southeastern Nebraska, and far southwestern Iowa. Dangerous storms roared across the Plains, prompting a tornado emergency. Severe weather was forecast for Nebraska, Kansas, and other states, with the worst conditions expected on Monday. Dozens of tornadoes tore across the Plains and Midwest on Sunday, ripping apart homes in Nebraska. The outbreak included threats of strong tornadoes continuing into Monday in Nebraska, Kansas, and Iowa. Additional severe weather was expected to last into the evening on Monday.
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