Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 31 at 7:11PM MDT by NWS Goodland KS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 31, 2026 - 6:11pm
Expires:
August 31, 2026 - 6:30pm
Description:
At 711 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms near Cheyenne Wells, moving northeast at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and half inch 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 strong thunderstorm will be near...
Cheyenne Wells around 715 PM MDT.
This includes Highway 385 between mile markers 136 and 169.
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.
Area Description:
Cheyenne County
Forcast Office:
NWS Goodland KS
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov