Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 23 at 6:55PM CDT until April 23 at 7:15PM CDT by NWS Topeka KS
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 23, 2026 - 4:55pm
Expires:
April 23, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description:
At 655 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over southern Topeka, moving northeast at 45 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and half dollar size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
Locations impacted include...
Topeka, Tecumseh, Meriden, Pauline, Grantville, and Berryton.
This includes the following highways...
Interstate 70 between mile markers 352 and 355.
Kansas Turnpike between mile markers 170 and 190.
Instruction:
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.
Area Description:
Douglas, KS; Jefferson, KS; Shawnee, KS
Forcast Office:
NWS Topeka KS
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov