By SALINA POST
The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Saline County in central Kansas, effective until 6:15 AM CDT.
Locations impacted by this storm include Salina, Assaria, Gypsum, Brookville, Smolan, New Cambria, Falun, Glendale, Bridgeport, Salina Airport, and Kipp.
By SALINA POST
The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Ottawa County and southern Cloud County in north central Kansas, effective until 5:00 AM CDT.
BY SALINA POST
The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Lincoln County and northern Ellsworth County, effective until 5:15 AM CDT. At 4:03 AM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 6 miles southwest of Sylvan Grove, or 7 miles north of Wilson, moving east at 40 mph. This storm is particularly dangerous, with wind gusts reaching 80 mph and penny-sized hail.
Hazards include wind gusts of 80 mph and penny-sized hail. Radar has indicated these severe conditions. The impacts are expected to be dangerous, with flying debris posing a threat to those without shelter. Mobile homes may be heavily damaged, and considerable damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles is expected. Extensive tree damage and power outages are likely.
The locations impacted by this storm include Ellsworth, Wilson, Kanopolis, Lincoln, Sylvan Grove, Beverly, Barnard, Ash Grove, Westfall, and Ellsworth Airport.
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By SALINA POST
The National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center in Norman, Oklahoma, has issued Severe Thunderstorm Watch 544, effective from 4:00 AM CDT until 9:00 AM CDT. Residents of the affected areas are advised to take precautionary measures as severe weather conditions are anticipated.
The severe thunderstorm watch includes the following counties in Kansas: Clay, Cloud, Dickinson, Ellsworth, Geary, Lincoln, Marshall, Mitchell, Morris, Ottawa, Pottawatomie, Republic, Riley, Russell, Saline, Wabaunsee, and Washington.
Weather conditions are expected to deteriorate rapidly, with the possibility of damaging winds, large hail, and heavy rainfall. The National Weather Service urges residents in these areas to remain alert, secure outdoor objects, and seek shelter if necessary.
At 4:37 AM CDT, severe thunderstorms were detected along a line extending from near Barnard to near Beverly to 5 miles west of Brookville, moving east at 50 mph. These storms are particularly destructive for the areas of Tescott, Minneapolis, Ada, and Wells.
Hazards include wind gusts of 80 mph and penny-sized hail, as indicated by radar. Residents in the affected areas are urged to take immediate action to protect themselves and their property. Seek shelter in a sturdy building, away from windows, and avoid driving during the storm due to the potential for dangerous winds and flying debris.