Blizzard — Johnson, Nebraska

2018-11-25 · Johnson, Nebraska

Event narrative

Blizzard conditions were observed by the COOP weather observer. Snow amounts up to 9 were reported in the county. An elderly Johnson county farmer passed away after running his vehicle into a ditch and not being rescued in time.

Wider weather episode

A strong area of low pressure moved out of the central Rockies and produced snowfall of 2 to 11 inches across eastern Nebraska. Blizzard conditions were met in southeast Nebraska with measured wind gusts 40 to 53 mph and widespread whiteout conditions. NSP Troopers responded to 25 crashes, performed 110 motorist assists, and assisted other agencies with 15 incidents. Interstate 80 was closed for awhile between Lincoln and Omaha due to crashes. 1 elderly man passed away in Johnson county, indirectly related to the blizzard.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 786744. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.