Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 30 at 10:06PM CDT by NWS Topeka KS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 30, 2026 - 8:06pm
Expires:
May 30, 2026 - 8:30pm
Description:
At 1006 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7
miles northwest of Olpe, moving north at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down small tree limbs and blow
around unsecured objects. Minor damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Emporia, Olpe, Hartford, and Neosho Rapids.
This includes the following highways...
Interstate 35 between mile markers 128 and 143.
Kansas Turnpike between mile markers 120 and 138.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Lyon
Forcast Office:
NWS Topeka KS
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov