Heat Burst: When Storms Spike Temperatures | Omaha News

A rare and intense weather phenomenon called a heat burst slammed some areas Wednesday morning, causing temperatures to spike dramatically overnight. Triggered by a weakening thunderstorm and hot, dry air high in the atmosphere, these bursts can push temps up 15-20 degrees in under an hour, accompanied by damaging winds. One example: Plattsmouth saw a 14-degree jump in under an hour, while Wichita in 2011 recorded a 17-degree surge in just 20 minutes — with winds strong enough to rip roofs and snap trees. Think of it as nature’s sudden, violent temperature reset. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/dabad627d255a064