Join King in the Community host and Salina Post News Director Nate King as he discusses severe weather preparedness in Saline County with special guest Alyssa Sanchez, new Saline County deputy emergency management director.

 Learn about the importance of having a preparedness kit, an emergency plan, and how to stay informed during severe weather events. On this episode, you will discover crucial tips for tornado preparedness and find out how Saline County coordinates with other counties during emergencies.

Stay weather aware and be ready, so thay way you don't have to get ready when disaster strikes.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.salinecountyks.gov/emergency-management">Check out Saline County Emergency Management's website here.&nbsp;</a>

For LIVE weather radar, check out&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/pages/severe-weather">Salina Post's weather tab here.</a>&nbsp;

READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/0bff8d17-4692-4605-a56b-4ca82f54a227">UPDATED — local officials prepare for May 6 severe weather</a>

<div><iframe title="Alyssa Sanchez, Deputy Director for Saline County Emergency Management" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=srddc-15f726b-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=60a0c8" loading="lazy"></iframe></div>By SALINA POSTJoin King in the Community host and Salina Post News Director Nate King as he discusses severe weather preparedness in Saline County with special guest Alyssa Sanchez, new Saline County deputy emergency management director. Learn about the importance of having a preparedness kit, an emergency plan, and how to stay informed during severe weather events. On this episode, you will discover crucial tips for tornado preparedness and find out how Saline County coordinates with other counties during emergencies.Stay weather aware and be ready, so thay way you don't have to get ready when disaster strikes.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.salinecountyks.gov/emergency-management">Check out Saline County Emergency Management's website here.&nbsp;</a>For LIVE weather radar, check out&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/pages/severe-weather">Salina Post's weather tab here.</a>&nbsp;READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/0bff8d17-4692-4605-a56b-4ca82f54a227">UPDATED — local officials prepare for May 6 severe weather</a>

🎙King in the Community: Alyssa Sanchez, Deputy Director at Saline County Emergency Management

Check this post for weather updates throughout the day and tune in to <a href="http://910kina.com">910kina.com</a> for continuous coverage courtesy of Randy Picking

Email storm related photos to newstips@salinapost.com please include the location of where the photo was taken, and who took the photo.

This video was captured at about 6 p.m. on May 6, 2024, approximately half of a mile south of Assaria, Kansas. Video by Salina Post Lead Reporter, Olivia Bergmeier.

By SALINA POST A number of severe storms swept through our area last night. See below for all May 6, 2024 storm watches and warnings for our coverage area.

Severe thunderstorm warning in effect until 9:30 p.m.&nbsp;(EXPIRED)

A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9:30 p.m. CDT FOR NORTH CENTRAL RILEY AND NORTHWESTERN POTTAWATOMIE COUNTIES.

At 9:00 p.m. CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Tuttle Creek Lake, moving northeast at 45 mph.

THIS IS A DESTRUCTIVE STORM FOR northern Riley County and western Pottawatomie County.

HAZARD Baseball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts.

SOURCE Public. At 8:45 p.m., public reported 2 inch hail 1 mile southeast of Riley.

IMPACT People and animals outdoors will be severely injured. Expect shattered windows, extensive damage to roofs, siding, and vehicles.

Locations impacted include: Blaine, Olsburg, Randolph, and Tuttle Creek Lake

A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 11:00 p.m. CDT for northeastern

The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Northwestern Geary County in east central Kansas, West central Riley County in northeastern Kansas, West central Pottawatomie County in northeastern Kansas, Southeastern Clay County in north central Kansas until 9:00 p.m.(EXPIRED)

At 8:34 p.m. a severe thunderstorm was located near Milford,
 moving northeast at 40 mph. THIS IS A DESTRUCTIVE STORM FOR locations near Milford Lake and
central Riley counties.

HAZARD Softball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts.
 SOURCE Emergency management At 8:30 p.m., Emergency Management
 reported softball-sized hail near Upland.

IMPACT People and animals outdoors will be severely injured.
 Expect shattered windows, and extensive damage to roofs,
 siding, and vehicles.

* This severe thunderstorm will be near...
 Riley and Leonardville around 8:40 p.m. CDT

TORNADO WARNING ISSUED FOR NORTHEASTERN DICKINSON, GEARY and RILEY COUNTIES&nbsp;(EXPIRED)

The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a Tornado Warning for&nbsp; Northeastern Dickinson County in central Kansas, Northwestern Geary County in east central Kansas, Southwestern Riley County in northeastern Kansas, and Southeastern Clay County in north central Kansas until 8:45 p.m. CDT.

At 8:08 p.m. CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado&nbsp;  was located near Moonlight, moving northeast at 45 mph.

HAZARD Tornado and half dollar size hail.

SOURCE Weather spotters reported a funnel cloud. At 8:06 p.m., trained spotters reported a funnel cloud 1 mile east of Abilene.

IMPACT Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without&nbsp; shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed.&nbsp; Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree&nbsp; damage is likely.

Locations impacted include: Junction City, Abilene, Chapman, Wakefield, Milford, Milford Lake, and Moonlight.

This includes Interstate 70 between mile markers 275 and 288.

TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest&nbsp;floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris.

Tornado Warning Issued for Dickinson County&nbsp;(EXPIRED)

The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Warning for Northern Dickinson County effective until 815 p.m. CDT. At 7:47 p.m. CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
 was located 7 miles south of Solomon, moving northeast at 35 mph. HAZARD Tornado and ping pong ball size hail.
 SOURCE Radar indicated rotation. IMPACT Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
 shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed.
 Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree
 damage is likely.

Locations impacted include Abilene, Enterprise, and Talmage.

This includes Interstate 70 between mile markers 268 and 283.
 PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS&nbsp;TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.

According to the National Weather Service, the tornado warning issued for northern Dickinson County is canceled. A Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued May 6 at 7:01 p.m. CDT until May 6 at 7:30 p.m. CDT by NWS Topeka KS.

At 7:00 p.m. CDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 3 miles east of Talmage to near Enterprise to 3 miles west of Ramona, moving northeast at 55 mph.

HAZARD 60 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail.

SOURCE Trained weather spotters. At 6:57 p.m. , a trained spotter reported wind gusts of 60 mph in Abilene.

IMPACT Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.

Locations impacted include: Junction City, Abilene, Herington, Grandview Plaza, Chapman,

Enterprise, White City, Hope, Woodbine, Latimer, and Moonlight.

A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 11:00 p.m. CDT for central Kansas.

Read below for additional May 6 weather updates

Tornado Warning Issued for Northern Dickinson County (EXPIRED)

The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a Tornado Warning for&nbsp;Northern Dickinson County in central Kansas until 7:15 p.m. CDT. At 6:44 p.m. CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
 was located 7 miles south of Solomon, moving northeast at 45 mph. HAZARD Tornado and quarter size hail.
 SOURCE Radar indicated rotation.

IMPACT Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
 shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed.
 Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree
 damage is likely. Locations impacted include Abilene, Chapman, Solomon, Enterprise, Moonlight, and Talmage.

This includes Interstate 70 between mile markers 267 and 288. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS&nbsp;TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Mcpherson, Western Dickinson and Southeastern Saline Counties in effect until 7:00 p.m.&nbsp;(EXPIRED)

A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7:00 p.m. CDT
FOR MCPHERSON, WESTERN DICKINSON AND SOUTHEASTERN SALINE COUNTIES At 6:22 p.m. CDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line
extending from near Assaria to near Lindsborg to near Mcpherson,
moving northeast at 50 mph.
 HAZARD 70 mph wind gusts and nickel size hail.
 SOURCE Radar indicated.
 IMPACT Expect considerable tree damage. Damage is likely to mobile
 homes, roofs, and outbuildings.
 Locations impacted include Mcpherson, Lindsborg, Galva, Canton, Marquette, Assaria, Gypsum,
Smolan, Falun, Bridgeport, Roxbury, Western Dickinson County in central Kansas and Kipp PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 11:00 p.m. CDT for central
Kansas.

For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.&nbsp;

TORNADO WARNING ISSUED FOR PARTS OF WASHINGTON, CLAY AND CLOUD COUNTIES UNTIL 6:30 p.m. (NOW EXPIRED)

The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a Tornado Warning for Southwestern Washington County in north central Kansas, Northwestern Clay County in north central Kansas, Eastern Cloud County in north central Kansas Until 6:30 p.m. CDT.&nbsp;

At 5:58 p.m. CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
  was located 4 miles northeast of Miltonvale, moving northeast at 45
  mph.


HAZARD Tornado SOURCE Radar indicated rotation

IMPACT Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
 shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed.
 Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree
 damage is likely. Locations impacted include Clyde, Clifton, Miltonvale, Morganville, Palmer, and Vining PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS: TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.

Tornado Warning including Clyde KS, Clifton KS and  Miltonvale KS until 6:30 p.m. CDT

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING FOR OTTAWA COUNTY&nbsp;&nbsp;(EXPIRED)

Severe Thunderstorm Warning
National Weather Service Topeka KS

 The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Ottawa County in north central Kansas until 6:15 p.m. CDT.

At 5:50 p.m. CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 5 miles south of
  Tescott, moving northeast at 50 mph.

&nbsp;HAZARD 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-size hail.
 SOURCE Radar indicated. IMPACT Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage
 to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include Minneapolis, Bennington, Tescott, Culver, and Wells. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.

A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 11:00 p.m. CDT for central and
north central Kansas.&nbsp;

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING FOR MCPHERSON, RENO, RICE&nbsp;(EXPIRED)

Severe Thunderstorm Warning National Weather Service Wichita KS

The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Southwestern McPherson County in central Kansas, North central Reno County in south-central Kansas, and Southeastern Rice County in central Kansas until 6:30 p.m. CDT.

At 5:24 p.m.&nbsp; CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 7 miles southwest of Sterling, moving northeast at 50 mph.

HAZARD 70 mph wind gusts and ping pong ball size hail.

IMPACT People and animals outdoors will be injured. Expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Expect considerable tree damage. Wind damage is also likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings.

Locations impacted include Mcpherson, Lyons, Sterling, Inman, Nickerson, Little River, Alden, Windom, Willowbrook, and Mcpherson Airport.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.

A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 7:00 p.m. CDT for central Kansas. A Tornado Watch also remains in effect until 1100 p.m. CDT for central and south central Kansas.

UPDATED — Severe Thunderstorm updates, May 6

Precipitation data courtesy&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cocorahs.org/">CoCoRaHS</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.weather.gov/">The National Weather Service</a>.

Following precipitation events, Salina Post will update this page with precipitation totals.&nbsp;

As of 05/04/2024 at 9:46 a.m.

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</div></div>Precipitation data courtesy&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cocorahs.org/">CoCoRaHS</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.weather.gov/">The National Weather Service</a>.Following precipitation events, Salina Post will update this page with precipitation totals.&nbsp;As of 05/04/2024 at 9:46 a.m.Salina —&nbsp; 0.22 inchesConcordia — 1.04 inchesEllsworth — 0.08 inchesLindsborg —&nbsp; 0.26 inchesAbilene —&nbsp; 0.26 inchesClay Center — 0.76 inchesMinneapolis — 0.12 inchesTescott — 0.12 inchesMcPherson — 0.43 inches Gypsum — 0.25 inchesInman — 0.73 inchesMarion — 0.82 inchesAssaria — 0.21 inchesREAD MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/df1b8a0b-f725-4e8d-b0b2-66d87796bd64">Spring ahead of schedule in Kansas — climatologists uncertain for severe weather season</a>

CoCoRaHS May 4 rain totals

Information Courtesy NWS Severe thunderstorm watch outline update from NWS Storm Prediction Center Norman OK 9:45 p.m. May 3, 2024

Severe thunderstorm watch 182 is in effect until 4:00 a.m. CDT

Kansas counties included are Barton, Chase, Clay, Cloud, Dickinson, Ellsworth, Geary, Harper, Harvey, Kingman, Lincoln, Marion, Marshall, McPherson, Morris, Nemaha, Ottawa, Pottawatomie, Reno, Republic, Rice, Riley, Russell, Saline, Sedgwick, Sumner, Wabaunsee, Washington.

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 </figure>Information Courtesy NWS Severe thunderstorm watch outline update from NWS Storm Prediction Center Norman OK 9:45 p.m. May 3, 2024Severe thunderstorm watch 182 is in effect until 4:00 a.m. CDTKansas counties included are Barton, Chase, Clay, Cloud, Dickinson, Ellsworth, Geary, Harper, Harvey, Kingman, Lincoln, Marion, Marshall, McPherson, Morris, Nemaha, Ottawa, Pottawatomie, Reno, Republic, Rice, Riley, Russell, Saline, Sedgwick, Sumner, Wabaunsee, Washington.

NWS-Wichita — severe thunderstorm watch issued for our area

Tonight A chance of showers and thunderstorms, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 2 a.m. Low around 52. South southeast wind 10 to 14 mph becoming north-northwest after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 18 mph. The chance of precipitation is 90%. Saturday Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm before 7a.m., then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7 a.m. and 1 p.m. Cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly sunny, with a high near 68. North wind 13 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. The chance of precipitation is 60%. Saturday Night A 20 percent chance of showers after 1 a.m. Increasing clouds, with a low around 47. Northeast wind 8 to 11 mph. Sunday A chance of showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 4 p.m. Partly sunny, with a high near 70. East-southeast wind 8 to 11 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. The chance of precipitation is 40%. Sunday Night A slight chance of thunderstorms before 7 p.m. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 57. The chance of precipitation is 10%. Monday Showers are likely, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 10am. Some of the storms could be severe. High near 78. Breezy. The chance of precipitation is 80%. &nbsp;

The National Weather Service advises of potential severe weather on Monday, May 6, with indications of a higher-end outbreak in the region.&nbsp;

Monitoring signals suggest a medium to high potential for tornado outbreaks; however, confidence levels await consistent signal validation. Refer to the graphic for current confidence levels.

Stay Informed: Continuously monitor local weather updates and alerts Ensure your emergency kits are updated, and familiarize yourself with your community's evacuation routes and emergency shelters Property Protection: Secure outdoor objects that could be blown away or damaged by high winds, and consider protective measures against hail.

<a href="https://salinapost.com/pages/severe-weather">To view Salina Post's LIVE weather radar, click here.&nbsp;</a>

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 <figcaption>Four Day Weather Forecast Courtesy NWS-Wichita</figcaption>
 </figure>Tonight A chance of showers and thunderstorms, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 2 a.m. Low around 52. South southeast wind 10 to 14 mph becoming north-northwest after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 18 mph. The chance of precipitation is 90%. Saturday Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm before 7a.m., then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7 a.m. and 1 p.m. Cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly sunny, with a high near 68. North wind 13 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. The chance of precipitation is 60%. Saturday Night A 20 percent chance of showers after 1 a.m. Increasing clouds, with a low around 47. Northeast wind 8 to 11 mph. Sunday A chance of showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 4 p.m. Partly sunny, with a high near 70. East-southeast wind 8 to 11 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. The chance of precipitation is 40%. Sunday Night A slight chance of thunderstorms before 7 p.m. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 57. The chance of precipitation is 10%. Monday Showers are likely, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 10am. Some of the storms could be severe. High near 78. Breezy. The chance of precipitation is 80%. &nbsp;The National Weather Service advises of potential severe weather on Monday, May 6, with indications of a higher-end outbreak in the region.&nbsp;Monitoring signals suggest a medium to high potential for tornado outbreaks; however, confidence levels await consistent signal validation. Refer to the graphic for current confidence levels.Stay updated for further details.<h2>Are you READY?</h2>Stay Informed: Continuously monitor local weather updates and alerts Ensure your emergency kits are updated, and familiarize yourself with your community's evacuation routes and emergency shelters Property Protection: Secure outdoor objects that could be blown away or damaged by high winds, and consider protective measures against hail.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1714754921130.jpeg" alt="Severe Thunderstorm Risk for Monday" />
 <figcaption>Severe Thunderstorm Risk for Monday</figcaption>
 </figure><a href="https://salinapost.com/pages/severe-weather">To view Salina Post's LIVE weather radar, click here.&nbsp;</a>

NWS-Wichita four day weather forecast, severe storms predicted

Tonight Showers and thunderstorms are likely, mainly after 4 a.m. Some of the storms could be severe. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 59. East-southeast wind 11 to 14 mph becoming south after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 25 mph. The chance of precipitation is 60%. Thursday Showers and thunderstorms are likely, mainly before 1 p.m. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 74. West southwest wind 10 to 14 mph becoming north northwest in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

Thursday Night A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1 a.m. Mostly clear, with a low around 46. North northeast wind 6 to 13 mph. Friday Sunny, with a high near 75. North northeast wind 5 to 14 mph becoming east southeast in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 21 mph.

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 <figcaption>NWS-Wichita three day weather forecast for Salina, Kansas</figcaption>
 </figure>Tonight Showers and thunderstorms are likely, mainly after 4 a.m. Some of the storms could be severe. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 59. East-southeast wind 11 to 14 mph becoming south after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 25 mph. The chance of precipitation is 60%. Thursday Showers and thunderstorms are likely, mainly before 1 p.m. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 74. West southwest wind 10 to 14 mph becoming north northwest in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.Thursday Night A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1 a.m. Mostly clear, with a low around 46. North northeast wind 6 to 13 mph. Friday Sunny, with a high near 75. North northeast wind 5 to 14 mph becoming east southeast in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 21 mph.<a href="https://salinapost.com/pages/severe-weather">To view Salina Post's LIVE weather radar, click here.&nbsp;</a>

NWS-Wichita three day weather forecast for Salina

Although not as severe, an active weather pattern is in the forecast across much of Kansas. Cities like Salina, Abilene, Topeka, Emporia and Hutchinson may see 70 mph wind gusts, large hail and locally heavy rainfall throughout the week.

U.S. National Weather Service Wichita (NWS Wichita) forecasters predict more concerning weather on Wednesday evening rather than Tuesday, with a warning that states, "Tornadoes cannot be ruled out" included in the Wednesday forecast.

Check out the <a href="https://salinapost.com/category/weather">Salina Post weather page</a> to stay up-to-date with the latest weather forecasts.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714399420404.jpeg" alt="The active weather pattern will continue this week with severe storms possible Tuesday and Wednesday. Graphic courtesy U.S. National Weather Service Wichita (NWS Wichita)." />
 <figcaption>The active weather pattern will continue this week with severe storms possible Tuesday and Wednesday. Graphic courtesy U.S. National Weather Service Wichita (NWS Wichita).</figcaption>
 </figure>By SALINA POSTAlthough not as severe, an active weather pattern is in the forecast across much of Kansas. Cities like Salina, Abilene, Topeka, Emporia and Hutchinson may see 70 mph wind gusts, large hail and locally heavy rainfall throughout the week.U.S. National Weather Service Wichita (NWS Wichita) forecasters predict more concerning weather on Wednesday evening rather than Tuesday, with a warning that states, "Tornadoes cannot be ruled out" included in the Wednesday forecast.Check out the <a href="https://salinapost.com/category/weather">Salina Post weather page</a> to stay up-to-date with the latest weather forecasts.

Rain returns in forecast this week, slight tornado chances on Wednesday

Precipitation data courtesy <a href="https://www.cocorahs.org/">CoCoRaHS</a> and <a href="https://www.weather.gov/">The National Weather Service</a>.

Kansas saw a multi-day severe weather outbreak from Thursday, April 25, to early morning Sunday, April 28, bringing inches of rain to a few towns in the north-central region.

Data information date range: Thursday, April 25, to Sunday, April 28, 2024.

As of 04/28/2024 at 8:30 a.m.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1713037640389.jpeg" alt="A large supercell impacts north-central Kansas on Wednesday, March 13. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>A large supercell impacts north-central Kansas on Wednesday, March 13. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure>Precipitation data courtesy <a href="https://www.cocorahs.org/">CoCoRaHS</a> and <a href="https://www.weather.gov/">The National Weather Service</a>.Following precipitation events, Salina Post will update this page with precipitation totals.&nbsp;Kansas saw a multi-day severe weather outbreak from Thursday, April 25, to early morning Sunday, April 28, bringing inches of rain to a few towns in the north-central region.Data information date range: Thursday, April 25, to Sunday, April 28, 2024.As of 04/28/2024 at 8:30 a.m.Salina —&nbsp; 0.36 inchesConcordia — 2.65 inchesEllsworth — 0.00 inchesLindsborg —&nbsp; 0.15 inchesAbilene —&nbsp; 1.06 inchesClay Center — 3.36 inchesMinneapolis — 0.61 inchesTescott — 0.21 inchesMcPherson — 0.17 inches Gypsum — 0.57 inchesAssaria — 0.47 inchesREAD MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/0b6ed3d7-288a-4fa9-9385-5db4b1afbb16">AJ Honey Farms, LLC, celebrates storefront with Salina Area Chamber of Commerce</a>

CoCoRaHS April 25 - 28 rain totals

The U.S. National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center issued a tornado watch at 11:50 a.m. for most of central Kansas and stretching into northeastern Kansas and two counties in southeast Nebraska.

A few tornadoes and a couple intense tornadoes likely. Widespread large hail and scattered very large hail events to 2.5 inches in diameter likely. Scattered damaging winds likely with isolated significant gusts to 75 mph possible

For further updates and information on today's severe weather outbreak, read more in the article below.

READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/d2b3acb9-76c3-48e9-91da-f09b38115c0f">UPDATED: Third day of severe weather outbreak in the forecast for the Great Plains</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714237032910.jpeg" alt="A tornado watch has been issued for parts of Kansas and Nebraska until 7 p.m CDT. Graphic courtesy U.S. National Weather Service Wichita (NWS Wichita)" />
 <figcaption>A tornado watch has been issued for parts of Kansas and Nebraska until 7 p.m CDT. Graphic courtesy U.S. National Weather Service Wichita (NWS Wichita)</figcaption>
 </figure>By SALINA POSTThe U.S. National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center issued a tornado watch at 11:50 a.m. for most of central Kansas and stretching into northeastern Kansas and two counties in southeast Nebraska.<h2>Primary threats include:</h2>A few tornadoes and a couple intense tornadoes likely. Widespread large hail and scattered very large hail events to 2.5 inches in diameter likely. Scattered damaging winds likely with isolated significant gusts to 75 mph possibleFor further updates and information on today's severe weather outbreak, read more in the article below.READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/d2b3acb9-76c3-48e9-91da-f09b38115c0f">UPDATED: Third day of severe weather outbreak in the forecast for the Great Plains</a>

U.S. NWS Storm Prediction Center issues tornado watch for central Kansas

Updated at 11:55 a.m., Saturday, April 27

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Storm Prediction Center (NOAA SPC) released&nbsp;and&nbsp;updated forecast for Saturday's severe weather risk.

The forecast's summary states, "Severe thunderstorms are likely today and tonight across the southern and central Plains into the lower to mid-Missouri Valley."

It continues, "The most numerous/intense storms are expected from north Texas into Oklahoma and Southeast Kansas, where strong tornadoes, very large hail of 2 to 3 inches in diameter and damaging winds of 60 to 80 mph are all possible."

Further in the update, forecasters state that today's atmosphere sports "chaotic development of discrete supercells," which is fueled by high humidity and unstable conditions in the atmosphere.

Toward the mid-afternoon, forecasters turned their attention to the possibility of a strong line of thunderstorms developing and stretching from southeast Colorado into most of northern Kansas.&nbsp;

Visit the <a href="https://salinapost.com/pages/severe-weather">Salina Post Live Weather page</a> to stay updated on severe weather conditions and storm chasers across the region.

Updated at 9:30 a.m., Friday, April 26

Thunderstorms will rumble through the far northeastern parts of Kansas today, with another round of severe weather on the forecast for tomorrow.

Yesterday evening, <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/2da4fb8f-3f17-4c38-80ea-57990a5a74c5">a tornado struck rural Cheyanne County in western Kansas</a> and caused no damage or injuries. Although yesterday had an enhanced risk for cyclonic activity, few supercells spun into large damaging storms.

From this article's original publication on Wednesday, April 24.

After thunderstorms rumble through the area on Friday afternoon, Kleinsasser and other meteorologists at NWS Wichita forecast an increased potential for severe weather stretching from Salina to northern Texas on Saturday.

"We've got another potential for&nbsp;some&nbsp;scattered thunderstorms," Kleinsasser said. "Some of those may be severe&nbsp;as well&nbsp;with large hail, damaging winds and possibly some tornadoes as well Saturday afternoon into Saturday night."

READ MORE: <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/df1b8a0b-f725-4e8d-b0b2-66d87796bd64">Spring ahead of schedule in Kansas — climatologists uncertain for severe weather season</a>

Often, severe weather only impacts a small area, so although the forecast spreads across most of Kansas and large areas of the Great Plains, it will likely strike in isolated areas.&nbsp;

Salina has a slight risk for severe weather on Saturday afternoon and evening, which Kleinsasser said residents should prepare for by making a severe weather action plan.

By OLIVIA BERGMEIER Lead Reporter - Salina Post

<a href="https://www.spc.noaa.gov/products/outlook/day2otlk.html">The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Storm Prediction Center</a>&nbsp;(NOAA SPC) forecasted a multi-day severe weather outbreak headed for the Great Plains, with pockets of stronger storms possible across central and north-central Kansas through the weekend.

<a href="https://www.weather.gov/ict/">U.S. National Weather Service Wichita</a> (NWS Wichita) Meteorologist Andy Kleinsasser said showers and moderate thunderstorms are on Salina's forecast for this evening into Thursday morning.

Still, stronger weather may follow on Thursday afternoon.

The current forecast shows more significant chances for severe thunderstorms west of Salina and Interstate 135 in the late afternoon and evening. 

However, Kleinsasser said central Kansas still has an increased chance for severe weather.

"Tomorrow evening through Friday morning is&nbsp;what we call&nbsp;more of a conditional threat," Kleinsasser said. "Most of the storms may stay out in western Kansas, but there is a chance after dark we could get a few thunderstorms into the Wichita and Salina areas."&nbsp;

"If we do get those storms, they could be severe, with some large hail and damaging winds, and you can't rule out an isolated tornado as well."

The NOAA SPC forecast shows a hatched area of increased risk, which Kleinsasser said predicts that thunderstorms in that area have an increased risk of developing into concerning supercells.

"Hatched risk is an area that the Storm Prediction Center forecasters are concerned with a chance for higher in severe weather," Kleinsasser said. "When I say higher in severe weather [that means] hail greater than two inches in diameter... it also would include the potential for some strong, violent tornadoes — tornadoes that are EF-2 in intensity and stronger."

The chance for severe weather doesn't end Thursday night, as Friday morning has a lower chance than Thursday, but localized heavy rain and large hail are still possible.

After thunderstorms rumble through the area on Friday afternoon, Kleinsasser and other meteorologists at NWS Wichita forecast an increased potential for severe weather stretching from Salina to northern Texas on Saturday.

"We've got another potential for&nbsp;some&nbsp;scattered thunderstorms," Kleinsasser said. "Some of those may be severe&nbsp;as well&nbsp;with large hail, damaging winds and possibly some tornadoes as well Saturday afternoon into Saturday night."

Often, severe weather only impacts a small area, so although the forecast spreads across most of Kansas and large areas of the Great Plains, it will likely strike in isolated areas.&nbsp;

Salina has a slight risk for severe weather on Saturday afternoon and evening, which Kleinsasser said residents should prepare for by making a severe weather action plan.

"People always say, 'It never hits us,' because it's&nbsp;really hard&nbsp;to get hit by a severe thunderstorm because most storms aren't severe. But the few that become severe could be pretty big the next few days," Kleinsasser said.&nbsp;"We recommend that people have a plan, and they&nbsp;communicate that plan with their family, especially if they have young kids."

Kleinsasser&nbsp;said he recommends&nbsp;that residents have multiple ways to receive critical weather information through any device, including television sets, cellphones and battery-powered radios.

In the next few days, much of the forecasted area for predicted severe weather stays along Interstates 135 and 70, which could impact some drivers through the weekend.

Those traveling this weekend along those routes and other major traffic zones should prepare by keeping a radar application or website easily accessible.

"Folks driving need to stay aware where the storms are and use radar apps — phone radar apps are a dime a dozen, and most of them are free," Kleinsasser said. "We encourage people to have a radar app and keep their eyes on the sky. If it looks really bad and dark up ahead, maybe pull over and use that radar app. If there's a big red blob or a warning, don't drive into it — wait it out."

For more information and live weather updates, visit the Salina Post <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/3382e0fa-42e9-4e7c-adce-3f27c5c1f668">Live Weather Radar page</a> to see storm chaser locations and other weather information.

Updated at 11:55 a.m., Saturday, April 27By SALINA POSTThe National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Storm Prediction Center (NOAA SPC) released&nbsp;and&nbsp;updated forecast for Saturday's severe weather risk.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714236739658.png" alt="The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Storm Prediction Center's&nbsp;(NOAA SPC) Categorical Outlook for Saturday, April 27. Graphic courtesy NOAA SPC" />
 <figcaption>The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Storm Prediction Center's&nbsp;(NOAA SPC) Categorical Outlook for Saturday, April 27. Graphic courtesy NOAA SPC</figcaption>
 </figure>The forecast's summary states, "Severe thunderstorms are likely today and tonight across the southern and central Plains into the lower to mid-Missouri Valley."It continues, "The most numerous/intense storms are expected from north Texas into Oklahoma and Southeast Kansas, where strong tornadoes, very large hail of 2 to 3 inches in diameter and damaging winds of 60 to 80 mph are all possible."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714236793040.png" alt="The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Storm Prediction Center's (NOAA SPC) Tornado Outlook for Saturday, April 27. Graphic courtesy NOAA SPC" />
 <figcaption>The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Storm Prediction Center's (NOAA SPC) Tornado Outlook for Saturday, April 27. Graphic courtesy NOAA SPC</figcaption>
 </figure>Further in the update, forecasters state that today's atmosphere sports "chaotic development of discrete supercells," which is fueled by high humidity and unstable conditions in the atmosphere.Toward the mid-afternoon, forecasters turned their attention to the possibility of a strong line of thunderstorms developing and stretching from southeast Colorado into most of northern Kansas.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714236841089.png" alt="The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Storm Prediction Center's (NOAA SPC) Hail Risk Outlook for Saturday, April 27.&nbsp;Graphic courtesy NOAA SPC" />
 <figcaption>The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Storm Prediction Center's (NOAA SPC) Hail Risk Outlook for Saturday, April 27.&nbsp;Graphic courtesy NOAA SPC</figcaption>
 </figure>Visit the <a href="https://salinapost.com/pages/severe-weather">Salina Post Live Weather page</a> to stay updated on severe weather conditions and storm chasers across the region.Updated at 9:30 a.m., Friday, April 26<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714140883422.png" alt="The U.S. National Weather Service Wichita (NWS Wichita) predicts multiple rounds of strong to sever storms and heavy rain through the weekend. Graphic courtesy NWS Wichita" />
 <figcaption>The U.S. National Weather Service Wichita (NWS Wichita) predicts multiple rounds of strong to sever storms and heavy rain through the weekend. Graphic courtesy NWS Wichita</figcaption>
 </figure>Thunderstorms will rumble through the far northeastern parts of Kansas today, with another round of severe weather on the forecast for tomorrow.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714141043422.png" alt="The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Storm Prediction Center's (NOAA SPC) Categorical Outlook for Friday, April 26. Graphic courtesy NOAA SPC" />
 <figcaption>The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Storm Prediction Center's (NOAA SPC) Categorical Outlook for Friday, April 26. Graphic courtesy NOAA SPC</figcaption>
 </figure>Yesterday evening, <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/2da4fb8f-3f17-4c38-80ea-57990a5a74c5">a tornado struck rural Cheyanne County in western Kansas</a> and caused no damage or injuries. Although yesterday had an enhanced risk for cyclonic activity, few supercells spun into large damaging storms.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714145728171.png" alt="Severe storms possible in the eastern part of Kansas. Graphic courtesy U.S. National Weather Service Wichita (NWS Wichita)." />
 <figcaption>Severe storms possible in the eastern part of Kansas. Graphic courtesy U.S. National Weather Service Wichita (NWS Wichita).</figcaption>
 </figure>From this article's original publication on Wednesday, April 24.After thunderstorms rumble through the area on Friday afternoon, Kleinsasser and other meteorologists at NWS Wichita forecast an increased potential for severe weather stretching from Salina to northern Texas on Saturday."We've got another potential for&nbsp;some&nbsp;scattered thunderstorms," Kleinsasser said. "Some of those may be severe&nbsp;as well&nbsp;with large hail, damaging winds and possibly some tornadoes as well Saturday afternoon into Saturday night."READ MORE: <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/df1b8a0b-f725-4e8d-b0b2-66d87796bd64">Spring ahead of schedule in Kansas — climatologists uncertain for severe weather season</a><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714145886406.png" alt="Saturday's outlook for severe weather from the U.S. National Weather Service Wichita (NWS Wichita). Graphic courtesy NWS Wichita" />
 <figcaption>Saturday's outlook for severe weather from the U.S. National Weather Service Wichita (NWS Wichita). Graphic courtesy NWS Wichita</figcaption>
 </figure>Often, severe weather only impacts a small area, so although the forecast spreads across most of Kansas and large areas of the Great Plains, it will likely strike in isolated areas.&nbsp;Salina has a slight risk for severe weather on Saturday afternoon and evening, which Kleinsasser said residents should prepare for by making a severe weather action plan.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714145984472.png" alt="The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Storm Prediction Center's (NOAA SPC) Tornado Outlook issued on Friday, April 26 for Saturday, April 27. Graphic courtesy NOAA SPC" />
 <figcaption>The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Storm Prediction Center's (NOAA SPC) Tornado Outlook issued on Friday, April 26 for Saturday, April 27. Graphic courtesy NOAA SPC</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714051821398.jpeg" alt="National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Storm Prediction Center (NOAA SPC) severe weather Categorical Outlook for Thursday, April 25. Issued on Thursday, April 25. Graphic courtesy NOAA SPC" />
 <figcaption>National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Storm Prediction Center (NOAA SPC) severe weather Categorical Outlook for Thursday, April 25. Issued on Thursday, April 25. Graphic courtesy NOAA SPC</figcaption>
 </figure>By OLIVIA BERGMEIER Lead Reporter - Salina Post<a href="https://www.spc.noaa.gov/products/outlook/day2otlk.html">The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Storm Prediction Center</a>&nbsp;(NOAA SPC) forecasted a multi-day severe weather outbreak headed for the Great Plains, with pockets of stronger storms possible across central and north-central Kansas through the weekend.<a href="https://www.weather.gov/ict/">U.S. National Weather Service Wichita</a> (NWS Wichita) Meteorologist Andy Kleinsasser said showers and moderate thunderstorms are on Salina's forecast for this evening into Thursday morning. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1713993665910.png" alt="The U.S. National Weather Service Wichita (NWS Wichita) outlook for Thursday morning thunderstorms across the region. Graphic courtesy NWS Wichita" />
 <figcaption>The U.S. National Weather Service Wichita (NWS Wichita) outlook for Thursday morning thunderstorms across the region. Graphic courtesy NWS Wichita</figcaption>
 </figure>Still, stronger weather may follow on Thursday afternoon.The current forecast shows more significant chances for severe thunderstorms west of Salina and Interstate 135 in the late afternoon and evening. However, Kleinsasser said central Kansas still has an increased chance for severe weather.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714052137917.jpeg" alt="The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Storm Prediction Center (NOAA SPC) Hail Outlook for Thursday, April 25. Graphic courtesy NOAA SPC" />
 <figcaption>The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Storm Prediction Center (NOAA SPC) Hail Outlook for Thursday, April 25. Graphic courtesy NOAA SPC</figcaption>
 </figure>"Tomorrow evening through Friday morning is&nbsp;what we call&nbsp;more of a conditional threat," Kleinsasser said. "Most of the storms may stay out in western Kansas, but there is a chance after dark we could get a few thunderstorms into the Wichita and Salina areas."&nbsp;"If we do get those storms, they could be severe, with some large hail and damaging winds, and you can't rule out an isolated tornado as well."The NOAA SPC forecast shows a hatched area of increased risk, which Kleinsasser said predicts that thunderstorms in that area have an increased risk of developing into concerning supercells.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714051905047.jpeg" alt="National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Storm Prediction Center (NOAA SPC) severe weather Tornado Probability Outlook for Thursday, April 25. Issued on Thursday, April 25. Graphic courtesy NOAA SPC" />
 <figcaption>National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Storm Prediction Center (NOAA SPC) severe weather Tornado Probability Outlook for Thursday, April 25. Issued on Thursday, April 25. Graphic courtesy NOAA SPC</figcaption>
 </figure>"Hatched risk is an area that the Storm Prediction Center forecasters are concerned with a chance for higher in severe weather," Kleinsasser said. "When I say higher in severe weather [that means] hail greater than two inches in diameter... it also would include the potential for some strong, violent tornadoes — tornadoes that are EF-2 in intensity and stronger."The chance for severe weather doesn't end Thursday night, as Friday morning has a lower chance than Thursday, but localized heavy rain and large hail are still possible.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1713993842587.png" alt="A closer look at the conditional risk for severe weather on Friday, April 27. Issued by the U.S. National Weather Service Wichita (NWS Wichita) on Wednesday, April 24. Graphic courtesy NWS Wichita" />
 <figcaption>A closer look at the conditional risk for severe weather on Friday, April 27. Issued by the U.S. National Weather Service Wichita (NWS Wichita) on Wednesday, April 24. Graphic courtesy NWS Wichita</figcaption>
 </figure>After thunderstorms rumble through the area on Friday afternoon, Kleinsasser and other meteorologists at NWS Wichita forecast an increased potential for severe weather stretching from Salina to northern Texas on Saturday."We've got another potential for&nbsp;some&nbsp;scattered thunderstorms," Kleinsasser said. "Some of those may be severe&nbsp;as well&nbsp;with large hail, damaging winds and possibly some tornadoes as well Saturday afternoon into Saturday night."READ MORE: <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/df1b8a0b-f725-4e8d-b0b2-66d87796bd64">Spring ahead of schedule in Kansas — climatologists uncertain for severe weather season</a>Often, severe weather only impacts a small area, so although the forecast spreads across most of Kansas and large areas of the Great Plains, it will likely strike in isolated areas.&nbsp;Salina has a slight risk for severe weather on Saturday afternoon and evening, which Kleinsasser said residents should prepare for by making a severe weather action plan.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1714052010131.jpeg" alt="U.S. National Weather Service Wichita (NWS Wichita) forecast for Saturday afternoon and evening. All severe hazards remain possible. Graphic courtesy NWS Wichita." />
 <figcaption>U.S. National Weather Service Wichita (NWS Wichita) forecast for Saturday afternoon and evening. All severe hazards remain possible. Graphic courtesy NWS Wichita.</figcaption>
 </figure>"People always say, 'It never hits us,' because it's&nbsp;really hard&nbsp;to get hit by a severe thunderstorm because most storms aren't severe. But the few that become severe could be pretty big the next few days," Kleinsasser said.&nbsp;"We recommend that people have a plan, and they&nbsp;communicate that plan with their family, especially if they have young kids."Kleinsasser&nbsp;said he recommends&nbsp;that residents have multiple ways to receive critical weather information through any device, including television sets, cellphones and battery-powered radios.In the next few days, much of the forecasted area for predicted severe weather stays along Interstates 135 and 70, which could impact some drivers through the weekend.Those traveling this weekend along those routes and other major traffic zones should prepare by keeping a radar application or website easily accessible."Folks driving need to stay aware where the storms are and use radar apps — phone radar apps are a dime a dozen, and most of them are free," Kleinsasser said. "We encourage people to have a radar app and keep their eyes on the sky. If it looks really bad and dark up ahead, maybe pull over and use that radar app. If there's a big red blob or a warning, don't drive into it — wait it out."For more information and live weather updates, visit the Salina Post <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/3382e0fa-42e9-4e7c-adce-3f27c5c1f668">Live Weather Radar page</a> to see storm chaser locations and other weather information.

UPDATED: Third day of severe weather outbreak in the forecast for the Great Plains

Tonight A 30 percent chance of showers, mainly after 3 a.m. Increasing clouds, with a low of around 40. North northeast wind 5 to 8 mph. Saturday A 30 percent chance of showers, mainly between 2pm and 5pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 56. Northeast wind 8 to 11 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Saturday Night A 20 percent chance of showers before 8 p.m. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 36. Northwest wind 6 to 8 mph. Sunday Mostly sunny, with a high near 62. Light north-northwest wind becoming west-northwest 5 to 9 mph in the morning.

Sunday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 41. Southwest wind 6 to 10 mph becoming south-southeast in the evening.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1713560949194.png" alt="NWS Weekend Forecast" />
 <figcaption>NWS Weekend Forecast</figcaption>
 </figure>Information Courtesy NWS-WichitaTonight A 30 percent chance of showers, mainly after 3 a.m. Increasing clouds, with a low of around 40. North northeast wind 5 to 8 mph. Saturday A 30 percent chance of showers, mainly between 2pm and 5pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 56. Northeast wind 8 to 11 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Saturday Night A 20 percent chance of showers before 8 p.m. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 36. Northwest wind 6 to 8 mph. Sunday Mostly sunny, with a high near 62. Light north-northwest wind becoming west-northwest 5 to 9 mph in the morning.Sunday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 41. Southwest wind 6 to 10 mph becoming south-southeast in the evening.&nbsp;&nbsp;

NWS — weekend weather forecast

Strong to severe storms are possible early tonight across south central and southeast Kansas. If storms develop, they will be capable of damaging winds up to 60 mph, hail up to golf ball size, and a tornado cannot be ruled out. The risk should shift primarily into northeast Kansas after midnight.

For road conditions check out <a href="https://salinapost.com/pages/road-conditions">KDOT's KanDrive interactive map here.</a>&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1713388008110.jpeg" alt="Strong to Severe Storms Possible early tonight. Image Courtesy NWS-Wichita" />
 <figcaption>Strong to Severe Storms Possible early tonight. Image Courtesy NWS-Wichita</figcaption>
 </figure>NWS-WichitaStrong to severe storms are possible early tonight across south central and southeast Kansas. If storms develop, they will be capable of damaging winds up to 60 mph, hail up to golf ball size, and a tornado cannot be ruled out. The risk should shift primarily into northeast Kansas after midnight.For road conditions check out <a href="https://salinapost.com/pages/road-conditions">KDOT's KanDrive interactive map here.</a>&nbsp;

NWS-Wichita — strong to severe storms possible early tonight

Salina Forecast Today Sunny, with a high near 83. Northwest wind 7 to 10 mph becoming south in the afternoon. Tonight A 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4 a.m. Increasing clouds, with a low around 47. East-southeast wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Thursday A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 11 a.m., then a slight chance of showers between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly sunny, with a high near 63. Windy, with a north wind 25 to 30 mph, with gusts as high as 40 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Thursday Night Increasing clouds, with a low of around 40. Breezy, with a north wind of 18 to 23 mph decreasing to 8 to 13 mph in the evening. Winds could gust as high as 32 mph. Friday Mostly cloudy, with a high near 59. Northeast wind 6 to 10 mph. Friday Night A 30% chance of rain after 2 a.m. Mostly cloudy, with a low of around 40.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1713370207553.png" alt="Image Courtesy NWS-Wichita" />
 <figcaption>Image Courtesy NWS-Wichita</figcaption>
 </figure>Salina Forecast Today Sunny, with a high near 83. Northwest wind 7 to 10 mph becoming south in the afternoon. Tonight A 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4 a.m. Increasing clouds, with a low around 47. East-southeast wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Thursday A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 11 a.m., then a slight chance of showers between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly sunny, with a high near 63. Windy, with a north wind 25 to 30 mph, with gusts as high as 40 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Thursday Night Increasing clouds, with a low of around 40. Breezy, with a north wind of 18 to 23 mph decreasing to 8 to 13 mph in the evening. Winds could gust as high as 32 mph. Friday Mostly cloudy, with a high near 59. Northeast wind 6 to 10 mph. Friday Night A 30% chance of rain after 2 a.m. Mostly cloudy, with a low of around 40.&nbsp;&nbsp;

NWS Wichita — Three day weather forecast, chance for thunderstorms 

Following precipitation events, check the&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/pages/recent-precipitation">precipitation totals page</a>&nbsp;on Salinapost.com

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1713037640389.jpeg" alt="A large supercell impacts north-central Kansas on Wednesday, March 13. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>A large supercell impacts north-central Kansas on Wednesday, March 13. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure>By SALINA POSTPrecipitation data courtesy&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cocorahs.org/">CoCoRaHS</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.weather.gov/">The National Weather Service</a>.Following precipitation events, check the&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/pages/recent-precipitation">precipitation totals page</a>&nbsp;on Salinapost.comSalina —&nbsp; 0.19 inchesConcordia — 0.0 inchesEllsworth — 0.0 inchesLindsborg —&nbsp; 0.02 inchesAbilene —&nbsp; 0.05 inchesClay Center — 0.05 inchesMinneapolis — 0.0 inchesTescott — 0.0 inchesMcPherson — 0.15 inchesGypsum — 0.04 inchesInman — 0.0 inchesMarion — 0.64 inchesAssaria — 0.02 inches

CoCoRaHS 24-hour rain totals

At 9:01 p.m. Monday April 15 a tornado watch was issued for parts of Kansas, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Texas and will be in place until 3 a.m. CDT

BARBER COMANCHE DECATUR EDWARDS ELLIS&nbsp; ELLSWORTH&nbsp; FORD GOVE&nbsp; GRAHAM GRAY HASKELL HODGEMAN JEWELL KIOWA&nbsp; LANE FINNEY&nbsp; BARTON&nbsp; CLARK LINCOLN MEADE MITCHELL NESS NORTON OSBORN PAWNEE&nbsp;&nbsp; PHILLIPS PRATT RICE ROOKS RUSH RUSSELL SEWARD SHERIDAN SMITH STAFFORD TREGO

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1713234848635.jpeg" alt="Tornado watch" />
 <figcaption>Tornado watch</figcaption>
 </figure>By SALINA POSTAt 9:01 p.m. Monday April 15 a tornado watch was issued for parts of Kansas, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Texas and will be in place until 3 a.m. CDTKANSAS COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE:BARBER COMANCHE DECATUR EDWARDS ELLIS&nbsp; ELLSWORTH&nbsp; FORD GOVE&nbsp; GRAHAM GRAY HASKELL HODGEMAN JEWELL KIOWA&nbsp; LANE FINNEY&nbsp; BARTON&nbsp; CLARK LINCOLN MEADE MITCHELL NESS NORTON OSBORN PAWNEE&nbsp;&nbsp; PHILLIPS PRATT RICE ROOKS RUSH RUSSELL SEWARD SHERIDAN SMITH STAFFORD TREGO

NWS: Tornado Watch issued for counties across Kansas, April 15

By OLIVIA BERGMEIER Salina Post

Lingering supercells, strong winds and possibly beneficial rain are on track for the Great Plains Monday evening, with an increased chance for a few stronger storms in north central Kansas after sundown. 

The <a href="https://www.spc.noaa.gov/products/outlook/day3otlk.html">National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Storm Prediction Center</a> (NOAA SPC) forecasts a large area of enhanced and slight risks for severe weather beginning in the High Plains and extending through most of Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma and parts of Texas.

According to U.S. National Weather Service (NWS) Wichita Meteorologist Chris Jakub, the forecast data shows an increased risk for thunderstorms in central and north-central Kansas later at night.

"It's mainly going to be after dark," Jakub said. "It looks like it could have some lingering activity during the night and maybe into Tuesday morning."

Since storms will likely impact the Salina region after dark, Jakub said the chances for tornadic activity will decrease, but forecasts show other thunderstorm hazards continuing into early Tuesday morning.

Thunderstorms in north-central Kansas have the potential to form a line of storms, which could bring beneficial rain to the area.

"It's possible they [the thunderstorms] could get into a line. If that happens, it would reduce the severe weather," Jakub said. "It's a pretty good signal to bring some beneficial rain to the area because it's been quite dry."

Although Salina and nearby communities have a lower chance of seeing tornadic activity Monday evening, forecasts show damaging winds and large hail in the region.

Jakub said during severe weather events, he advises residents to keep more than two forms of receiving weather information. This could include smartphones, televisions, weather radios or other devices to connect to weather information.

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<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1713189263045.jpeg" alt="Thunderstorm chances are expected to increase across the region Monday night, with a few severe storms possible as they move northeast across the region. Graphic courtesy U.S. National Weather Service Wichita" />
 <figcaption>Thunderstorm chances are expected to increase across the region Monday night, with a few severe storms possible as they move northeast across the region. Graphic courtesy U.S. National Weather Service Wichita</figcaption>
 </figure>By OLIVIA BERGMEIER Salina PostLingering supercells, strong winds and possibly beneficial rain are on track for the Great Plains Monday evening, with an increased chance for a few stronger storms in north central Kansas after sundown. The <a href="https://www.spc.noaa.gov/products/outlook/day3otlk.html">National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Storm Prediction Center</a> (NOAA SPC) forecasts a large area of enhanced and slight risks for severe weather beginning in the High Plains and extending through most of Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma and parts of Texas.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1713189152267.png" alt="National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Storm Prediction Center (NOAA SPC) Categorical Outlook for severe weather probabilities. Issued on Monday, April 15. Graphic courtesy NOAA SPC" />
 <figcaption>National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Storm Prediction Center (NOAA SPC) Categorical Outlook for severe weather probabilities. Issued on Monday, April 15. Graphic courtesy NOAA SPC</figcaption>
 </figure>According to U.S. National Weather Service (NWS) Wichita Meteorologist Chris Jakub, the forecast data shows an increased risk for thunderstorms in central and north-central Kansas later at night."It's mainly going to be after dark," Jakub said. "It looks like it could have some lingering activity during the night and maybe into Tuesday morning."Since storms will likely impact the Salina region after dark, Jakub said the chances for tornadic activity will decrease, but forecasts show other thunderstorm hazards continuing into early Tuesday morning.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1713189189432.png" alt="National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Storm Prediction Center (NOAA SPC) Probabilistic Tornado outlook. Issued on Monday, April 15. Graphic courtesy NOAA SPC" />
 <figcaption>National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Storm Prediction Center (NOAA SPC) Probabilistic Tornado outlook. Issued on Monday, April 15. Graphic courtesy NOAA SPC</figcaption>
 </figure>Thunderstorms in north-central Kansas have the potential to form a line of storms, which could bring beneficial rain to the area."It's possible they [the thunderstorms] could get into a line. If that happens, it would reduce the severe weather," Jakub said. "It's a pretty good signal to bring some beneficial rain to the area because it's been quite dry."Although Salina and nearby communities have a lower chance of seeing tornadic activity Monday evening, forecasts show damaging winds and large hail in the region.Jakub said during severe weather events, he advises residents to keep more than two forms of receiving weather information. This could include smartphones, televisions, weather radios or other devices to connect to weather information.READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/c94f5311-29e7-47f1-abd0-9e89013c65dd">📸 LIVE First Fridays in downtown Salina — Friday, April 5</a>

Severe weather forecast for Salina region, strong storms moving into Central Plains Monday

Today Increasing clouds, with a high near 84. Windy, with a southeast wind 8 to 18 mph increasing to 20 to 30 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 39 mph.

Tonight Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly after 3am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 60. Breezy, with a south southeast wind 26 to 29 mph, with gusts as high as 41 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

Tuesday A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 80. Windy, with a southwest wind 20 to 30 mph, with gusts as high as 41 mph.

Tuesday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 52. Breezy, with a west northwest wind 18 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 37 mph.

Wednesday Sunny, with a high near 77. Northwest wind 10 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.

Wednesday NightA 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 48.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1713184377294.jpeg" alt="Image Courtesy NWS " />
 <figcaption>Image Courtesy NWS </figcaption>
 </figure>Today Increasing clouds, with a high near 84. Windy, with a southeast wind 8 to 18 mph increasing to 20 to 30 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 39 mph.Tonight Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly after 3am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 60. Breezy, with a south southeast wind 26 to 29 mph, with gusts as high as 41 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.Tuesday A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 80. Windy, with a southwest wind 20 to 30 mph, with gusts as high as 41 mph.Tuesday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 52. Breezy, with a west northwest wind 18 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 37 mph.Wednesday Sunny, with a high near 77. Northwest wind 10 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Wednesday NightA 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 48.

NWS-Wichita three day forecast, thunderstorms possible tonight

Today Sunny, with a high near 75. South wind 5 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.

Tonight Clear, with a low of around 51. South southeast wind 9 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Saturday Mostly sunny, with a high near 87. Breezy, with a south southwest wind 10 to 15 mph increasing to 21 to 26 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 36 mph. Saturday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 54. Breezy, with a south wind 18 to 23 mph decreasing to 10 to 15 mph after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 34 mph. Sunday Sunny, with a high near 91. West southwest wind 6 to 8 mph becoming east northeast in the afternoon. Sunday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 60. Monday A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 87. Breezy.&nbsp;&nbsp;

In 1934, winds atop Mount Washington, New Hampshire averaged 186 mph for 5 minutes with a peak gust of 231 mph, the strongest gust on record for the U.S. 

 At the time, the 231 mph gust had also been the highest wind speed ever recorded in the world until April 10th, 1996, when a 253 mph gust was measured at Barrow Island, Australia as Super Typhoon Olivia annihilated the region.

In 1927, the third deadliest tornado in Texas history occurred when a violent F5, averaging nearly 1 mile wide, went on a 35-mile rampage through Rocksprings, located in extreme South Texas. The huge twister killed 74 and injured 205, or about one-third of the town's population at the time. An estimated $1.23 million in damage resulted as 235 of the 247 buildings were destroyed, many of which were leveled.


In 1959, a snowstorm produced up to 10 inches in Central Kansas in a swath from Russell to Cottonwood Falls.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1712941554553.png" alt="4-Day Weather Forecast for Salina, Kansas Courtesy NWS-Wichita" />
 <figcaption>4-Day Weather Forecast for Salina, Kansas Courtesy NWS-Wichita</figcaption>
 </figure>Today Sunny, with a high near 75. South wind 5 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.Tonight Clear, with a low of around 51. South southeast wind 9 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Saturday Mostly sunny, with a high near 87. Breezy, with a south southwest wind 10 to 15 mph increasing to 21 to 26 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 36 mph. Saturday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 54. Breezy, with a south wind 18 to 23 mph decreasing to 10 to 15 mph after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 34 mph. Sunday Sunny, with a high near 91. West southwest wind 6 to 8 mph becoming east northeast in the afternoon. Sunday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 60. Monday A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 87. Breezy.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>Today in Weather History, April 12</h2>In 1934, winds atop Mount Washington, New Hampshire averaged 186 mph for 5 minutes with a peak gust of 231 mph, the strongest gust on record for the U.S. At the time, the 231 mph gust had also been the highest wind speed ever recorded in the world until April 10th, 1996, when a 253 mph gust was measured at Barrow Island, Australia as Super Typhoon Olivia annihilated the region.In 1927, the third deadliest tornado in Texas history occurred when a violent F5, averaging nearly 1 mile wide, went on a 35-mile rampage through Rocksprings, located in extreme South Texas. The huge twister killed 74 and injured 205, or about one-third of the town's population at the time. An estimated $1.23 million in damage resulted as 235 of the 247 buildings were destroyed, many of which were leveled.

So much for spring. In 1959, a snowstorm produced up to 10 inches in Central Kansas in a swath from Russell to Cottonwood Falls.

NWS-Wichita — High temps and windy weather forecasted this weekend

Today Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 60s. North winds 5 to 10 mph. Tonight Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 40s. Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming southeast after midnight. Wednesday Partly sunny. Highs in the lower 70s. Northwest winds 10 to 15 mph. Wednesday Night Partly cloudy in the evening, then clearing. Breezy with lows in the lower 40s. North winds 15 to 25 mph. Gusts up to 40 mph after midnight. Thursday Sunny, breezy with highs in the mid-60s. Northwest winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1712684380764.png" alt="NWS Forecast Through Thursday, April 11" />
 <figcaption>NWS Forecast Through Thursday, April 11</figcaption>
 </figure>Today Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 60s. North winds 5 to 10 mph. Tonight Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 40s. Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming southeast after midnight. Wednesday Partly sunny. Highs in the lower 70s. Northwest winds 10 to 15 mph. Wednesday Night Partly cloudy in the evening, then clearing. Breezy with lows in the lower 40s. North winds 15 to 25 mph. Gusts up to 40 mph after midnight. Thursday Sunny, breezy with highs in the mid-60s. Northwest winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/237f6955-339b-44aa-b7f0-a0812fc7281b">Salina City Commission April 8 — BSL study session and housing project agreements</a> Thursday Night And Friday Clear, breezy. Lows in the mid-30s. Highs in the mid-70s. Friday Night Clear. Not as cool with lows in the lower 50s. Saturday And Saturday Night Mostly clear and breezy. Highs in the mid-80s. Lows in the mid-50s. Sunday&nbsp; Sunny. Highs in the upper 80s. Sunday Night Mostly clear. Lows in the mid-50s. Monday Sunny. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the mid-80s. Chance of rain 20 percent.&nbsp;&nbsp;READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/70c2560f-115b-4bc4-a4f0-6162d4329d63">Duxler Earns International Economic Developer Designation</a>