Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 9 at 4:52PM CDT by NWS Topeka KS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 9, 2026 - 2:52pm
Expires:
April 9, 2026 - 3:15pm
Description:
At 452 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 4
miles south of Alma, moving northeast at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Strong wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to vegetation is possible.
Locations impacted include...
Alma, Maple Hill, McFarland, and Paxico.
This includes Interstate 70 between mile markers 331 and 345.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Wabaunsee
Forcast Office:
NWS Topeka KS
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov