Headline:
Tornado Warning issued June 9 at 12:22AM CDT until June 9 at 12:30AM CDT by NWS Topeka KS
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
June 8, 2026 - 10:22pm
Expires:
June 8, 2026 - 10:30pm
Description:
At 1221 AM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over southeastern Lawrence, moving northeast at 55 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado.
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...
Lawrence, Eudora, Perry, Lecompton, Pleasant Grove, Vinland,
Williamstown, and Perry Lake.
This includes Kansas Turnpike between mile markers 186 and 205.
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