Kansas Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 05/30/2026 13:13

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 30 at 3:13PM CDT by NWS Dodge City KS
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 30, 2026 - 1:13pm
Expires: 
May 30, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description: 
At 313 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Hanston, moving north at 30 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and nickel size 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 southeastern Ness and northeastern Hodgeman Counties.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description: 
Ness; Hodgeman
Forcast Office: 
NWS Dodge City KS
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov