Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 30 at 10:27PM CDT by NWS Dodge City KS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 30, 2026 - 8:27pm
Expires:
August 30, 2026 - 9:15pm
Description:
At 1027 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 10
miles east of Friend, moving northeast at 20 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 north central
Finney, southeastern Scott, western Ness and Lane Counties.
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.
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:
Scott; Lane; Ness; Finney
Forcast Office:
NWS Dodge City KS
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov