A strong storm moved through the region, bringing mixed wintry precipitation, heavy snow, and very strong winds. The storm created widespread blizzard conditions and 6 to 12 inches of snow. 24 hours of freezing fog, freezing rain, and a wintry mix led up to the blizzard, which compounded travel problems.

Blizzard in CUMING, NEBRASKA
From 23-FEB-19 12:00:00 to 23-FEB-19 21:56:00 (CST-6)
Reported by: COOP Observer

Nearby counties observed one quarter mile visibility and wind gusts 35 to 50 mph which  created whiteout conditions. Snowfall up to 5 occurred.

Blizzard in DODGE, NEBRASKA
From 23-FEB-19 12:00:00 to 23-FEB-19 21:56:00 (CST-6)
Reported by: ASOS

One quarter mile visibility and wind gusts 35 and higher which created whiteout conditions. Up to 11 inches of snow reported across the county.

Blizzard in GAGE, NEBRASKA
From 23-FEB-19 12:00:00 to 23-FEB-19 21:56:00 (CST-6)
Reported by: AWOS

One quarter mile visibility and wind gusts 35 to 50 mph created whiteout conditions. Up to 5.3 inches of snow was reported across the county.

Winter Weather in NEMAHA, NEBRASKA
From 23-FEB-19 12:00:00 to 24-FEB-19 03:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: COOP Observer

Observers and the public reported 2.6 to 3.8 inches of snow. Nearby counties reported a blizzard with whiteout conditions.

Blizzard in PLATTE, NEBRASKA
From 23-FEB-19 12:00:00 to 23-FEB-19 21:56:00 (CST-6)
Reported by: AWOS

One quarter mile visibility and 36 mph wind gusts created whiteout conditions. Snowfall up to 2 occurred.

Blizzard in THURSTON, NEBRASKA
From 23-FEB-19 12:00:00 to 24-FEB-19 03:00:00 (CST-6)
Reported by: Unknown

Nearby counties observed one quarter mile visibility and wind gusts 35 to 50 mph which  created whiteout conditions.

Blizzard in COLFAX, NEBRASKA
From 23-FEB-19 12:00:00 to 23-FEB-19 21:56:00 (CST-6)
Reported by: Unknown

Nearby counties observed one quarter mile visibility and wind gusts 35 to 50 mph which  created whiteout conditions. Snowfall up to 7 occurred.

Blizzard in BUTLER, NEBRASKA
From 23-FEB-19 12:00:00 to 23-FEB-19 21:56:00 (CST-6)
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Nearby counties observed one quarter mile visibility and wind gusts 35 to 50 mph which  created whiteout conditions. The Emergency Manager reported up to 6 occurred across the county.

Blizzard in SAUNDERS, NEBRASKA
From 23-FEB-19 12:00:00 to 23-FEB-19 21:56:00 (CST-6)
Reported by: ASOS

One quarter mile visibility and wind gusts 35 to 50 mph created whiteout conditions. 8 to 12 inches of snow were reported across the county.

Blizzard in SALINE, NEBRASKA
From 23-FEB-19 12:00:00 to 23-FEB-19 21:56:00 (CST-6)
Reported by: Public

Nearby counties observed one quarter mile visibility and wind gusts 35 to 50 mph which created whiteout conditions. 5 to 9 inches of snow was reported across the county.

Blizzard in JEFFERSON, NEBRASKA
From 23-FEB-19 12:00:00 to 23-FEB-19 21:56:00 (CST-6)
Reported by: Emergency Manager

One quarter mile visibility and wind gusts 35 to 50 mph created whiteout conditions. 5 to 7.5 inches of snow was reported across the county. 1 to 2 feet drifts were also noted.

Blizzard in BURT, NEBRASKA
From 23-FEB-19 12:00:00 to 24-FEB-19 03:00:00 (CST-6)
Reported by: ASOS

One quarter mile visibility and wind gusts 37 which created whiteout conditions. 8 to 10 inches of snow reported across the county by Cooperative observers and fire and rescue.

Blizzard in WASHINGTON, NEBRASKA
From 23-FEB-19 12:00:00 to 24-FEB-19 03:00:00 (CST-6)
Reported by: ASOS

One quarter mile visibility and wind gusts 35 to 50 mph created whiteout conditions. 4 to 10 inches of snow was reported across the county.

Blizzard in DOUGLAS, NEBRASKA
From 23-FEB-19 12:00:00 to 24-FEB-19 03:00:00 (CST-6)
Reported by: Official NWS Observations

One quarter mile visibility and wind gusts 35 to 50 mph created whiteout conditions. 6 to 10 inches of snow was reported across the county. The UNO Recreation Center dome collapsed due to the weight of heavy snow and strong winds. Numerous flights were cancelled or delayed at the Omaha Airport.

Blizzard in LANCASTER, NEBRASKA
From 23-FEB-19 12:00:00 to 23-FEB-19 21:56:00 (CST-6)
Reported by: Public

One quarter mile visibility and wind gusts 35 to 50 mph created whiteout conditions. 5 to 9 inches of snow was reported across the county. Interstate 80 was closed for several hours.

Blizzard in SEWARD, NEBRASKA
From 23-FEB-19 12:00:00 to 23-FEB-19 21:56:00 (CST-6)
Reported by: Public

Nearby counties observed one quarter mile visibility and wind gusts 35 to 50 mph which created whiteout conditions. 6 to 10 inches of snow was reported across the county. Interstate 80 was closed for several hours.

Blizzard in SARPY, NEBRASKA
From 23-FEB-19 12:00:00 to 24-FEB-19 03:00:00 (CST-6)
Reported by: Law Enforcement

One quarter mile visibility and wind gusts 35 to 50 mph created whiteout conditions. 6 to 9.5 inches of snow was reported across the county. Interstate 80 was shut down for several hours.

Blizzard in CASS, NEBRASKA
From 23-FEB-19 12:00:00 to 24-FEB-19 03:00:00 (CST-6)
Reported by: Law Enforcement

One quarter mile visibility and wind gusts 35 to 50 mph created whiteout conditions. 3 to 6 inches of snow was reported across the county. Interstate 80 was shut down for several hours.

Blizzard in OTOE, NEBRASKA
From 23-FEB-19 12:00:00 to 24-FEB-19 03:00:00 (CST-6)
Reported by: Unknown

Nearby counties reported one quarter mile visibility and wind gusts 35 to 50 mph which created whiteout conditions. 4 to 6 inches of snow was reported across the county.

Blizzard in JOHNSON, NEBRASKA
From 23-FEB-19 12:00:00 to 24-FEB-19 03:00:00 (CST-6)
Reported by: COOP Observer

Nearby counties reported one quarter mile visibility and wind gusts 35 to 50 mph which created whiteout conditions. 4 to 6 inches of snow was reported across the county.

Blizzard in PAWNEE, NEBRASKA
From 23-FEB-19 12:00:00 to 24-FEB-19 03:00:00 (CST-6)
Reported by: Public

One quarter mile visibility and wind gusts 35 to 50 mph created whiteout conditions. 3 to 6 inches of snow was reported across the county.