Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 29 at 11:01PM MDT by NWS Goodland KS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 29, 2026 - 10:01pm
Expires:
July 29, 2026 - 10:30pm
Description:
At 1100 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Kit Carson, or 28 miles west of Cheyenne Wells, moving northeast at
15 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...
Kit Carson around 1105 PM MDT.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
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.
This thunderstorm is producing minor accumulations of hail, which
will make driving hazardous, similar to snow or ice. If you must
travel, be aware of rapidly changing road conditions.
Area Description:
Cheyenne County
Forcast Office:
NWS Goodland KS
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov