Saline County Emergency Management
Saline County Emergency Management has notified the public of potential severe weather on Tuesday.
According to the US National Weather Service in Wichita, they are monitoring the potential for severe storms across central Kansas Tuesday afternoon and evening.
Storms may begin developing after 4:00 pm, with more widespread activity possible after 7:00 pm and continuing overnight.
Storms may become strong, bringing up to golf ball-sized hail, damaging winds, and heavy rain.
Don't forget:
- Have multiple ways to receive weather alerts, especially if storms occur overnight.
- Move vehicles under cover if possible.
- Secure loose outdoor items.
- Review your shelter plan. The safest place during a tornado is a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building.
- Secure outdoor items such as patio furniture and trash cans that could blow away in strong winds.
- Charge phones and devices so you can receive warnings and updates.
- Avoid travel during severe storms if possible.
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Monitor local weather updates frequently in multiple ways by listening to the NOAA Weather Radio, checking local news and emergency notifications. You can also stay informed by following Saline County and the National Weather Service on social media.
For the latest forecast updates, visit the National Weather Service Wichita office at https://www.weather.gov/ict/. To check forecasts frequently, go to weather.gov.