Slick Roads, Pileup, and House Fire: Tuesday's Top Omaha News

First Alert 6 has the latest updates on weather-related incidents and other local stories in the Omaha metro area.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 11:06am

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A First Alert 6 Weather Day has been called for Tuesday as sleet and snow have produced slick road conditions across the Omaha metro area. One person was injured in a pileup on Interstate 80, and Omaha firefighters responded to a house fire on Monday night. Additionally, a man accused of reselling stolen goods is set to be sentenced, the Douglas County Election Commission has sent out the first ballots for the Nebraska primary election, and the city is preparing to relocate streetcar rails overnight.

Why it matters

The severe weather and related incidents highlight the importance of safety and preparedness for Omaha residents, especially during the morning commute. The legal case and election updates also provide insight into local governance and community issues.

The details

The sleet and snow have led to wet and snow-covered roads, with the worst conditions seen in the eastern parts of the metro area. Drivers are warned to use extra caution, especially at intersections, curves, and ramps. The pileup on I-80 resulted in one person being taken to the hospital, and a jackknifed semi on 13th Street blocked three lanes. The house fire on 46th and Izard streets was extinguished quickly, and all occupants escaped safely. Jarrod McIntyre, the former owner of Nebraska Precious Metals, is facing up to 20 years in prison for reselling stolen goods at his business. The Douglas County Election Commission has started mailing out ballots for the upcoming Nebraska primary election, and early in-person voting will begin on April 13. The city of Omaha is also preparing to relocate streetcar rails overnight on Wednesday.

  • Early Tuesday morning, around 2 a.m., the pileup occurred on Interstate 80 near 20th Street.
  • The house fire call came in just before 7:30 p.m. on Monday near 46th and Izard streets.
  • Jarrod McIntyre is set to be sentenced on Tuesday.
  • Early in-person voting for the Nebraska primary election will begin on April 13.
  • The city of Omaha will relocate streetcar rails overnight on Wednesday.

The players

Jaret Lansford

A meteorologist at First Alert 6 who provided updates on the road conditions in the Omaha metro area.

Jarrod McIntyre

The former owner of Nebraska Precious Metals, who pled no contest to criminal conspiracy for reselling stolen goods at his business.

Melanie Pursley

The store manager of Nebraska Precious Metals, who is charged with theft by receiving property, conspiracy to commit theft by deception, and racketeering.

Douglas County Election Commission

The organization responsible for administering the Nebraska primary election and sending out the first ballots to voters.

Omaha Public Works

The city department that will be overseeing the relocation of the streetcar rails overnight on Wednesday.

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What they’re saying

“'Watch for wet roads at best and snow covering roads as you move toward downtown into Council Bluffs.'”

— Jaret Lansford, Meteorologist

What’s next

The judge in Jarrod McIntyre's case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow him out on bail. Early in-person voting for the Nebraska primary election will begin on April 13, and the Douglas County Election Commission will continue to mail out ballots to voters. The city of Omaha will relocate streetcar rails overnight on Wednesday.

The takeaway

The severe weather and related incidents in Omaha serve as a reminder for residents to exercise caution and preparedness during inclement conditions. The legal case and election updates also highlight the importance of local governance and community engagement. Despite the challenges, the city is moving forward with infrastructure projects like the streetcar, demonstrating its commitment to growth and development.