Salina Post
Severe storms along with a strong cold front, are likely to occur Friday afternoon and into the evening.
According to the US National Weather Service these storms have the greatest risk for areas along and southeast of the Kansas Turnpike.
Saline County is currently in a moderate risk area, meaning scattered severe storms are possible, and a few could become strong.
What You Need To Know
- Storms may produce large hail, damaging winds, and a few tornadoes before 9 p.m.
- Locally heavy rainfall is also possible.
- Storms are expected to develop between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m., with activity continuing through the evening hours.
- Confidence is high that storms will form, but exact timing in Saline County may vary depending on how the cold front moves.
Stay Safe
- STAY WEATHER AWARE! Have more than one way to receive weather alerts, including Wireless Emergency Alerts and NOAA Weather Radio.
- Identify a safe place in your home, such as a basement or interior room on the lowest floor.
- Secure outdoor items that could be blown around by strong winds.
- Avoid windows during storms, especially during hail or high winds
- If a warning is issued, take shelter immediately.
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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.govlocalweather