Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 16 at 9:41PM CDT by NWS Dodge City KS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 16, 2026 - 7:41pm
Expires:
May 16, 2026 - 8:30pm
Description:
At 940 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Wakeeney, moving east at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of northeastern Trego
and northern Ellis Counties.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Trego; Ellis
Forcast Office:
NWS Dodge City KS
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov