NWS- Wichita&nbsp; A bit of a quieter pattern is expected to start off the week; however, there remains a low chance of storms across central Kansas Tuesday night. Temperatures will generally reside in the low to mid 90s during the afternoon hours each day.

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 </figure> NWS- Wichita&nbsp; A bit of a quieter pattern is expected to start off the week; however, there remains a low chance of storms across central Kansas Tuesday night. Temperatures will generally reside in the low to mid 90s during the afternoon hours each day.

NWS Wichita three day weather outlook

Showers and thunderstorms are possible each day this week with the best chances late Thursday into Friday morning.&nbsp; In addition, temperatures will gradually warm throughout the week with highs approaching 90 degrees Thursday through Saturday.

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 </figure>NWS WichitaShowers and thunderstorms are possible each day this week with the best chances late Thursday into Friday morning.&nbsp; In addition, temperatures will gradually warm throughout the week with highs approaching 90 degrees Thursday through Saturday.

NWS Wichita weather outlook through Saturday

Update: Tuesday at 11:14 p.m.&nbsp; Saline County Flood Warning in effect until 2:15 a.m. Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring.&nbsp; Between 1 and 2 inches of rain&nbsp;have fallen.&nbsp;Additional rainfall amounts up to 1 inch are possible in the area.

Some locations that will experience flooding include... 

Instructions:	Do not drive into flooded areas or go around barricades. Nearly two feet of water will carry most vehicles away. Turn around, don`t drown.

Scattered showers and storms will develop and move slowly eastward through midnight. A few strong storms could produce gusty winds, small hail, and locally heavy rainfall. Severe weather is not expected.

Update: Tuesday at 11:14 p.m.&nbsp; Saline County Flood Warning in effect until 2:15 a.m. Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring.&nbsp; Between 1 and 2 inches of rain&nbsp;have fallen.&nbsp;Additional rainfall amounts up to 1 inch are possible in the area.Some locations that will experience flooding include... Salina and New Cambria.Instructions:	Do not drive into flooded areas or go around barricades. Nearly two feet of water will carry most vehicles away. Turn around, don`t drown.—————————<figure>
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National Weather Service storm update

NWS WICHITA A few storms are possible through Tuesday night, mainly west of I-135.&nbsp; Additional storm chances arrive Thursday into Thursday night. Otherwise, a warming trend is expected through the week.

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 </figure>NWS WICHITA A few storms are possible through Tuesday night, mainly west of I-135.&nbsp; Additional storm chances arrive Thursday into Thursday night. Otherwise, a warming trend is expected through the week.

NWS Wichita, four day weather forecast

National Weather Service Rainfall varied from a trace in multiple counties to 0.78 of an inch in Saline County.

According to the National Weather Service, 1.11 of an inch of rain was recorded in Salina since 9 p.m. on Friday.&nbsp;

Measurement recorded at Salina Regional Airport ———————— Thursday Less than half an inch was reported at the Salina Regional Airport, with 0.72 of an inch.&nbsp;

Following are 24-hour rainfall totals as of 7 a.m. Friday (unless otherwise noted) from the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cocorahs.org/ViewData/StateDailyPrecipReports.aspx?state=KS">Community Collaborative Rain, Hail &amp; Snow Network</a>. &nbsp;&nbsp;

National Weather Service Rainfall varied from a trace in multiple counties to 0.78 of an inch in Saline County.According to the National Weather Service, 1.11 of an inch of rain was recorded in Salina since 9 p.m. on Friday.&nbsp;Measurement recorded at Salina Regional Airport ———————— Thursday Less than half an inch was reported at the Salina Regional Airport, with 0.72 of an inch.&nbsp;Following are 24-hour rainfall totals as of 7 a.m. Friday (unless otherwise noted) from the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cocorahs.org/ViewData/StateDailyPrecipReports.aspx?state=KS">Community Collaborative Rain, Hail &amp; Snow Network</a>. &nbsp;&nbsp;

UPDATE: NWS precipitation totals 

National Weather Service Wichita&nbsp; Strong thunderstorms will impact portions of Saline County through 11:00 p.m.

At 10:10 p.m. Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from 6 miles south of Bennington to 6 miles north of Marquette. The storms movement was east at 25 mph. 

Hazards include winds in excess of 40 mph and pea size hail. 

Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. 

Salina, Assaria, Gypsum, Brookville, Smolan, New Cambria, Falun, 

Glendale, Bridgeport, Salina Airport and Kipp. 

Interstate 135 between Mile Markers 78 and 95. 

Interstate 70 between Mile Markers 236 and 266. 

National Weather Service Wichita&nbsp; Strong thunderstorms will impact portions of Saline County through 11:00 p.m.At 10:10 p.m. Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from 6 miles south of Bennington to 6 miles north of Marquette. The storms movement was east at 25 mph. Hazards include winds in excess of 40 mph and pea size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. Locations impacted include:Salina, Assaria, Gypsum, Brookville, Smolan, New Cambria, Falun, Glendale, Bridgeport, Salina Airport and Kipp. This includes the following highways... Interstate 135 between Mile Markers 78 and 95. Interstate 70 between Mile Markers 236 and 266. MAX HAIL SIZE...0.25 IN MAX WIND GUST...40 MPH

NWS Wichita issues special weather statement

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NWS Wichita weather outlook through Monday

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NWS Wichita: Three day weather outlook

UPDATE 8 p.m. Tuesday: Both warnings are no longer in effect, per the National Weather Service.

The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a severe thunderstorm warning in effect until 8:15 p.m. Tuesday for the following counties in our area.

This includes Interstate 70 between mile markers 209 and 225.

The storm is moving east at 10 mph. The weather service noted that 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail are expected.

The National Weather Service in Wichita also has issued a severe thunderstorm warning in effect until 8 p.m. Tuesday that includes southwestern Ellsworth County.

The storm is moving southeast at 15 mph. The weather service noted that 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail are expected.

To see whether storms are headed your way, check out the interactive weather map on&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/pages/severe-weather">Salina Post's Severe Weather page</a>&nbsp;thanks to Smart Insurance and DSO Electric Cooperative.&nbsp;&nbsp;

UPDATE 8 p.m. Tuesday: Both warnings are no longer in effect, per the National Weather Service.By SALINA POSTThe National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a severe thunderstorm warning in effect until 8:15 p.m. Tuesday for the following counties in our area.Southwestern Lincoln CountyNorth central Ellsworth CountyThis includes Interstate 70 between mile markers 209 and 225.The storm is moving east at 10 mph. The weather service noted that 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail are expected.The National Weather Service in Wichita also has issued a severe thunderstorm warning in effect until 8 p.m. Tuesday that includes southwestern Ellsworth County.The storm is moving southeast at 15 mph. The weather service noted that 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail are expected.To see whether storms are headed your way, check out the interactive weather map on&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/pages/severe-weather">Salina Post's Severe Weather page</a>&nbsp;thanks to Smart Insurance and DSO Electric Cooperative.&nbsp;&nbsp;

UPDATE: Severe thunderstorm warnings not in effect

It was a dry March-May across much of central, south-central, and southeast Kansas, with many locations seeing their driest spring since the 1960s.

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceIt was a dry March-May across much of central, south-central, and southeast Kansas, with many locations seeing their driest spring since the 1960s.

NWS: A dry spring over a large part of the state

Warm on Tuesday with highs in the upper 80s. 

Chance of widely scattered showers and a few storms over central and eastern Kansas. A few marginally strong to severe storms may occur across central Kansas.

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceWarm on Tuesday with highs in the upper 80s. Chance of widely scattered showers and a few storms over central and eastern Kansas. A few marginally strong to severe storms may occur across central Kansas.

NWS: Warm with a slight chance of showers Tuesday

Rainfall was hit-and-miss across the area with totals varying from a trace in Dickinson, Republic, and Saline counties to 0.91 in Mitchell County.

Rainfall at the Salina Regional Airport was 0.06 of an inch.

Following are 24-hour rainfall totals as of 7 a.m. Monday (unless otherwise noted) from the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cocorahs.org/ViewData/StateDailyPrecipReports.aspx?state=KS">Community Collaborative Rain, Hail &amp; Snow Network</a>.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Wakefield 0.2 NW, 0.05 of an inch (reported at 6:30 a.m.)

Concordia 0.6 SW, 0.03 of an inch (reported at 6 a.m.)

Chapman 0.2 SSE, 0.48 of an inch (reported at 5 a.m.)

Beloit 7.1 N, 0.11 of an inch (reported at 7:30 a.m.)

Beloit 0.2 SE, 0.02 of an inch (reported at 7:30 a.m.)

Beloit 0.4 NNW, 0.06 of an inch (reported at 7:30 a.m.)

Salina 0.7 SSW, 0.04 of an inch (reported at 6:15 a.m.)

By SALINA POSTRainfall was hit-and-miss across the area with totals varying from a trace in Dickinson, Republic, and Saline counties to 0.91 in Mitchell County.Rainfall at the Salina Regional Airport was 0.06 of an inch.Following are 24-hour rainfall totals as of 7 a.m. Monday (unless otherwise noted) from the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cocorahs.org/ViewData/StateDailyPrecipReports.aspx?state=KS">Community Collaborative Rain, Hail &amp; Snow Network</a>.&nbsp; &nbsp;<h2>CLAY COUNTY</h2>Wakefield 0.2 NW, 0.05 of an inch (reported at 6:30 a.m.)<h2>CLOUD COUNTY</h2>Concordia 0.6 SW, 0.03 of an inch (reported at 6 a.m.)Concordia 9.3 SSW, 0.17 of an inchConcordia 1.8 S, 0.02 of an inch<h2>DICKINSON COUNTY</h2>Chapman 0.2 SSE, 0.48 of an inch (reported at 5 a.m.)Enterprise 0.3 NW, 0.26 of an inchChapman 6.0 NNE, 0.26 of an inchHope 0.3 S, traceAbilene 5.4 E, 0.20 of an inchChapman 5.2 SE, 0.88 of an inchHope 7.5 NNW, 0.07 of an inchAbilene 10.3 S, 0.05 of an inchAbilene 0.7 W, 0.04 of an inchAbilene 10.9 S, 0.02 of an inchAbilene 9.4 S, 0.07 of an inchChapman 3.8 NNW, 0.66 of an inchJunction City 7.5 WNW, 0.20 of an inch<h2>ELLSWORTH COUNTY</h2>Holyrood 6.2 NNW, 0.14 of an inch<h2>JEWELL COUNTY</h2>Jewell 0.2 SSW, 0.10 of an inchBeloit 7.1 N, 0.11 of an inch (reported at 7:30 a.m.)<h2>LINCOLN COUNTY</h2>Sylvan Grove 6.8 N, 0.30 of an inch<h2>MARION COUNTY</h2>No totals reported<h2>MCPHERSON COUNTY</h2>No totals reported<h2>MITCHELL COUNTY</h2>Scottsville 4.6 SSW, 0.91 of an inchBeloit 9.9 SSW, 0.07 of an inchHunter 9.5 E, 0.34 of an inchBeloit 0.2 SE, 0.02 of an inch (reported at 7:30 a.m.)Beloit 0.4 NNW, 0.06 of an inch (reported at 7:30 a.m.)<h2>OTTAWA COUNTY</h2>Ada 7.0 NNW, 0.49 of an inchMinneapolis 0.4 NE, 0.19 of an inchCulver 3.6 ENE, 0.84 of an inchMinneapolis 3.4 WSW, 0.44 of an inchMinneapolis 7.2 W, 0.10 of an inch<h2>REPUBLIC COUNTY</h2>Belleville 4.2 N, trace<h2>SALINE COUNTY</h2>Salina 0.7 SSW, 0.04 of an inch (reported at 6:15 a.m.)Salina 0.8 S, 0.04 of an inchBrookville 5.9 NNW, traceSalina 8.7 NNE, 0.39 of an inchSalina 2.9 ENE, 0.05 of an inchNew Cambria 2.1 NW, 0.10 of an inchSalina 0.4 SE, 0.02 of an inchSalina 0.2 ENE, 0.02 of an inchSalina 2.4 ENE, 0.03 of an inch

From a trace to 0.91, parts of area receive rainfall

Widely scattered storms are expected to continue until Thursday. 

Storms may become more numerous in nature on Thursday across central Kansas. 

A couple of severe storms will be possible on Tuesday but widespread organized severe storms are not expected through the week.

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceWidely scattered storms are expected to continue until Thursday. Storms may become more numerous in nature on Thursday across central Kansas. A couple of severe storms will be possible on Tuesday but widespread organized severe storms are not expected through the week.

NWS: Warm with widely scattered storms into Thursday

In 1889, a pair of powerful tornadoes struck central Kansas. 

The first twister, an F3 with a track five miles long, leveled two farms between eight and five miles southwest of McPherson. 

The second was a violent F4. It's track was 25 miles long and around 440 yards wide as it tore through Marion and Chase counties. This second twister destroyed 10 farms. On one of the farms, every building was swept away. The second twister killed two people and injured four.

National Weather ServiceIn 1889, a pair of powerful tornadoes struck central Kansas. The first twister, an F3 with a track five miles long, leveled two farms between eight and five miles southwest of McPherson. The second was a violent F4. It's track was 25 miles long and around 440 yards wide as it tore through Marion and Chase counties. This second twister destroyed 10 farms. On one of the farms, every building was swept away. The second twister killed two people and injured four.

This Day in Weather History: Twisters wreak havoc in central Kansas

A line of storms across western Kansas will move into central and south-central Kansas this morning. Storms will be capable of locally heavy rain and gusty winds. Severe storms are not expected but a strong storm can’t be ruled out.

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceA line of storms across western Kansas will move into central and south-central Kansas this morning. Storms will be capable of locally heavy rain and gusty winds. Severe storms are not expected but a strong storm can’t be ruled out.

NWS: Storms possible in part of area through noon

Seasonable temperatures are expected into Memorial Day. Chances for widely scattered showers and storms will increase a bit on Sunday into Monday. The strongest storms could produce brief heavy rain.

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceSeasonable temperatures are expected into Memorial Day. Chances for widely scattered showers and storms will increase a bit on Sunday into Monday. The strongest storms could produce brief heavy rain.

NWS: Seasonable with chances for rain through Memorial Day

As forecast, showers and storms were widely scattered on Thursday. Rainfall varied from a trace in multiple counties to 0.78 of an inch in Saline County. Some reporting locations saw no rain.

A mere 0.17 was reported at the Salina Regional Airport.

Following are 24-hour rainfall totals as of 7 a.m. Friday (unless otherwise noted) from the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cocorahs.org/ViewData/StateDailyPrecipReports.aspx?state=KS">Community Collaborative Rain, Hail &amp; Snow Network</a>.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Sylvan Grove 6.8 N, 0.09 of an inch (reported at 7:35 a.m.)

Salina 6.2 ENE, 0.65 of an inch (reported at 5:47 a.m.)

Salina 0.7 SSW, 0.10 of an inch (reported at 6:22 a.m.)

Salina 0.2 ENE, 0.24 of an inch (reported at 6:33 a.m.)

Salina 2.4 ENE, 0.78 of an inch (reported at 6:37 a.m.)

Salina 0.2 NNE, 0.23 of an inch (reported at 7:49 a.m.)

By SALINA POSTAs forecast, showers and storms were widely scattered on Thursday. Rainfall varied from a trace in multiple counties to 0.78 of an inch in Saline County. Some reporting locations saw no rain.A mere 0.17 was reported at the Salina Regional Airport.Following are 24-hour rainfall totals as of 7 a.m. Friday (unless otherwise noted) from the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cocorahs.org/ViewData/StateDailyPrecipReports.aspx?state=KS">Community Collaborative Rain, Hail &amp; Snow Network</a>.&nbsp; &nbsp;CLAY COUNTYNo totals reportedCLOUD COUNTYJamestown 2.4 NW, traceDICKINSON COUNTYChapman 6.0 NNE, traceCarlton 2.1 NNW, 0.15 of an inchELLSWORTH COUNTYGeneseo 4.1 N, 0.44 of an inchJEWELL COUNTYJewell 0.2 SSW, 0.02 of an inchLINCOLN COUNTYSylvan Grove 6.8 N, 0.09 of an inch (reported at 7:35 a.m.)MARION COUNTYHillsboro 5.3 S, 0.43 of an inchHillsboro 3.6 E, 0.51 of an inch MCPHERSON COUNTYCanton 3.2 N, 0.09 of an inchMoundridge 2.2 W, traceMarquette 3.2 NNE, 0.06 of an inchMcPherson 1.1 NW, traceMarquette 2.1 NNE, 0.07 of an inchCanton 3.2 S, traceMITCHELL COUNTYScottsville 4.6 SSW, 0.02 of an inchBeloit 9.9 SSW, 0.09 of an inchBeloit 1.9 ENE, 0.04 of an inchOTTAWA COUNTYMinneapolis 0.4 NE, 0.02 of an inchCulver 3.6 ENE, 0.54 of an inchBennington 0.1 WNW, 0.08 of an inchMinneapolis 3.4 WSW, 0.07 of an inchREPUBLIC COUNTYNo totals reportedSALINE COUNTYSalina 6.2 ENE, 0.65 of an inch (reported at 5:47 a.m.)Salina 0.7 SSW, 0.10 of an inch (reported at 6:22 a.m.)Salina 0.2 ENE, 0.24 of an inch (reported at 6:33 a.m.)Salina 2.4 ENE, 0.78 of an inch (reported at 6:37 a.m.)Salina 0.8 S, 0.11 of an inchSalina 5.7 NNW, 0.35 of an inchSalina 2.9 NE, 0.64 of an inchSalina 8.7 NNE, 0.15 of an inchCulver 1.8 SE, 0.20 of an inchSalina 2.9 ENE, 0.43 of an inchNew Cambria 2.1 NW, 0.29 of an inchSalina 6.0 WNW, 0.10 of an inchSalina 0.4 SE, 0.31 of an inchSalina 2.3 SSE, 0.08 of an inchNew Cambria 4.5 NE, 0.22 of an inchSalina 0.2 NNE, 0.23 of an inch (reported at 7:49 a.m.)

24-hour rainfall widely scattered across the area

Mild with isolated to widely scattered storms over the holiday weekend.

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NWS: Here's your Memorial Day weekend forecast

In 1955, two violent F5 tornadoes struck north-central Oklahoma and extreme south-central Kansas. 

The first F5 tornado that had a track 25 miles long and around one half mile wide, barreled through Blackwell, Okla., where 20 were killed, 280 were injured, and around $8 million damage resulted. Around 400 homes were destroyed, many of which were swept from their foundations. Around 60 businesses were heavily damaged or destroyed. Prior to hitting Blackwell, the tornado caused $150,000 damage in Tonkawa. The lightning associated with the tornado was incredible. The vortex glowed and possessed arcs of glowing light. The tragic Udall tornado soon followed. With a track 30 miles long and averaging one half mile wide, the tornado leveled most of Udall, killed 75, injured 270, and caused $2.25 million damage. The tornado also killed five children three miles northeast of Oxford, bringing the total number of fatalities to 80. It is still the deadliest tornado in Kansas history. In 1917, an F5 tornado even larger than either the Blackwell or Udall tornadoes raced across south-central Kansas. It had a track 65 miles long and reached one mile wide. The tornado killed 23, injured 70, and caused around $600,000 damage from northwest Sedgwick to southeast Marion counties. The tornado started four miles northwest of Cheney and struck southeast Andale, where half of the town was damaged or destroyed and 12 were killed. The vortex then struck the southern edge of Sedgwick then proceeded to three miles northeast of Florence. In all, 118 structures were hit of which many vanished. Its average speed of 65 mph was the fastest on record until the Tri-State Tornado of March 18, 1925.

In 2008, a massive EF5 tornado tore across Northeast Iowa. Reaching three fourths of a mile wide along a 43-mile long track, the vicious vortex possessed rotational velocities that reached 205 mph. Hardest hit was Parkersburg, where seven were killed and approximately $3 million in damage resulted. Two others were killed in the tiny town of New Hartford. In all, the tornado killed nine, injured 70, and caused around $6 million damage, which no doubt would have been much higher had the twister struck a more populated area. Regardless, it is the second deadliest tornado in Iowa history, exceeded by a huge F5 that tore through Charles City on May 15, 1968, when 13 were killed.&nbsp;&nbsp;

National Weather ServiceIn 1955, two violent F5 tornadoes struck north-central Oklahoma and extreme south-central Kansas. The first F5 tornado that had a track 25 miles long and around one half mile wide, barreled through Blackwell, Okla., where 20 were killed, 280 were injured, and around $8 million damage resulted. Around 400 homes were destroyed, many of which were swept from their foundations. Around 60 businesses were heavily damaged or destroyed. Prior to hitting Blackwell, the tornado caused $150,000 damage in Tonkawa. The lightning associated with the tornado was incredible. The vortex glowed and possessed arcs of glowing light. The tragic Udall tornado soon followed. With a track 30 miles long and averaging one half mile wide, the tornado leveled most of Udall, killed 75, injured 270, and caused $2.25 million damage. The tornado also killed five children three miles northeast of Oxford, bringing the total number of fatalities to 80. It is still the deadliest tornado in Kansas history. In 1917, an F5 tornado even larger than either the Blackwell or Udall tornadoes raced across south-central Kansas. It had a track 65 miles long and reached one mile wide. The tornado killed 23, injured 70, and caused around $600,000 damage from northwest Sedgwick to southeast Marion counties. The tornado started four miles northwest of Cheney and struck southeast Andale, where half of the town was damaged or destroyed and 12 were killed. The vortex then struck the southern edge of Sedgwick then proceeded to three miles northeast of Florence. In all, 118 structures were hit of which many vanished. Its average speed of 65 mph was the fastest on record until the Tri-State Tornado of March 18, 1925. In 2008, a massive EF5 tornado tore across Northeast Iowa. Reaching three fourths of a mile wide along a 43-mile long track, the vicious vortex possessed rotational velocities that reached 205 mph. Hardest hit was Parkersburg, where seven were killed and approximately $3 million in damage resulted. Two others were killed in the tiny town of New Hartford. In all, the tornado killed nine, injured 70, and caused around $6 million damage, which no doubt would have been much higher had the twister struck a more populated area. Regardless, it is the second deadliest tornado in Iowa history, exceeded by a huge F5 that tore through Charles City on May 15, 1968, when 13 were killed.&nbsp;&nbsp;

This Day in Weather History: Deadly F5 twister hits part of Marion Co. in 1917

Showers and storms are expected to be most numerous west of the Interstate 135 corridor this afternoon and more isolated further east. 

Any storms this afternoon will be efficient rainfall producers with locally heavy downpours. Small hail and gusty winds will also be possible.

To see whether storms are headed your way, check out the interactive weather map on&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/pages/severe-weather">Salina Post's Severe Weather page</a>&nbsp;thanks to Smart Insurance and DSO Electric Cooperative.&nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceShowers and storms are expected to be most numerous west of the Interstate 135 corridor this afternoon and more isolated further east. Any storms this afternoon will be efficient rainfall producers with locally heavy downpours. Small hail and gusty winds will also be possible.To see whether storms are headed your way, check out the interactive weather map on&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/pages/severe-weather">Salina Post's Severe Weather page</a>&nbsp;thanks to Smart Insurance and DSO Electric Cooperative.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Rain chances this afternoon; more storms west of I-135

Widely scattered shower and storm chance are forecast for Thursday. The showers will be more numerous across central Kansas during the afternoon and early evening hours. Strong to severe storms are not expected. Brief heavy downpours may occur.

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceWidely scattered shower and storm chance are forecast for Thursday. The showers will be more numerous across central Kansas during the afternoon and early evening hours. Strong to severe storms are not expected. Brief heavy downpours may occur.

NWS: Widely scattered storm chances Thursday

Scattered showers with light to moderate rain are ongoing and slowly moving north-northeast across south-central and central Kansas. A brief downpour will be possible with some showers, but strong to severe storms are not expected.

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceScattered showers with light to moderate rain are ongoing and slowly moving north-northeast across south-central and central Kansas. A brief downpour will be possible with some showers, but strong to severe storms are not expected.

Scattered showers possible in part of area this evening

There will be chances for storms over the next few days. Better chances will generally be across central Kansas. 

Severe weather is not expected but locally heavy rainfall will be possible.

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceThere will be chances for storms over the next few days. Better chances will generally be across central Kansas. Severe weather is not expected but locally heavy rainfall will be possible.

NWS: Warm with chances for rain in area through Thursday

Heavy rain fell across portions of southwest, central, and south-central Kansas from 7 a.m. Wednesday to 7 a.m. today. Rainfall totals weren’t as high further east, but most areas still saw around a quarter of an inch.

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceHeavy rain fell across portions of southwest, central, and south-central Kansas from 7 a.m. Wednesday to 7 a.m. today. Rainfall totals weren’t as high further east, but most areas still saw around a quarter of an inch.

Most parts of the state received some rain over three-day period

Cool conditions are expected today as widespread showers with embedded isolated thunderstorms move across the area. Areas of smoke (from wildfires in Canada) may move into portions of central Kansas as the rain comes to an end today.

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 </figure>National Weather ServiceCool conditions are expected today as widespread showers with embedded isolated thunderstorms move across the area. Areas of smoke (from wildfires in Canada) may move into portions of central Kansas as the rain comes to an end today.