Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 1 at 5:13PM CDT by NWS Dodge City KS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 1, 2026 - 3:13pm
Expires:
June 1, 2026 - 3:45pm
Description:
At 513 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Scott State Lake, moving northeast at 20 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 northeastern Scott
and northwestern Lane 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.
If on or near Scott State Lake, get out of the water and move
indoors or inside a vehicle. Remember, lightning can strike out to
10 miles from the parent thunderstorm. If you can hear thunder, you
are close enough to be struck by lightning. Move to safe shelter
now! Do not be caught on the water in a thunderstorm.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until midnight CDT for
west central Kansas.
Area Description:
Scott; Lane
Forcast Office:
NWS Dodge City KS
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov