Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 23 at 4:40PM CDT by NWS Goodland KS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 23, 2026 - 2:40pm
Expires:
May 23, 2026 - 3:15pm
Description:
At 439 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 4
miles southwest of McCook, moving east at 45 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and penny size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
This strong thunderstorm will be near...
McCook around 445 PM CDT.
Indianola around 455 PM CDT.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
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.
To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement
agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service
office in Goodland.
Area Description:
Hitchcock; Red Willow
Forcast Office:
NWS Goodland KS
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov