Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 15 at 5:28PM CDT by NWS Dodge City KS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 15, 2026 - 3:28pm
Expires:
August 15, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description:
At 527 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm very
near Buttermilk, moving northeast at 25 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 storm will remain over mainly rural areas of west central Barber
and central Comanche Counties.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Comanche; Barber
Forcast Office:
NWS Dodge City KS
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov