The first signs of activity took place on the evening of the 15th, particularly in Nebraska and Kansas. Several tornadoes were reported with varying degrees of damage. The worst tornado, confirmed as an F2, touched down in Surprise, Nebraska, where at least one mobile home was destroyed and roofs were torn off several businesses. Another tornado was later confirmed in Buffalo County. In addition, it knocked out power to most of Butler County. Governor Dave Heineman declared a disaster area in the county. No one was injured.