Tag: Severe Thunderstorms

Severe Weather Awareness Week in Kansas is from March 2-6, emphasizing the need for preparedness against thunderstorms, tornadoes, hail, and lightning. AAA Kansas urges drivers to stay informed through weather apps, ensure vehicle safety, and create an emergency kit. Flooding poses significant risks; hence, avoiding flooded roads is crucial.

Governor Laura Kelly declared a state of disaster emergency on June 18 due to severe storms and flooding, especially in central Kansas, from June 16-17. The proclamation enables state assistance and activates the State Emergency Operations Center to monitor flood impacts and support affected counties. Residents are urged to heed weather warnings.

Severe thunderstorms are possible in east central Kansas this evening, with increased chances after midnight. Rain and storms will persist along and south of I-70 on Tuesday, with heavy rainfall expected Tuesday night through Wednesday night. Dry conditions are forecasted to return by Thursday afternoon.

Thunderstorms are expected in northern and eastern Kansas on Tuesday evening and night, with a 70% to 90% likelihood of occurrence. While all severe hazards, including tornadoes, are possible, large hail and damaging wind gusts are anticipated to be the primary threats during these storms.

Severe thunderstorms are expected to move west to east across northeast and east central Kansas today, with the greatest risk occurring between 4 and 10 pm. Damaging winds are the primary concern, but strong tornadoes may also develop. Residents should remain vigilant and prepared for severe weather.

A powerful storm caused a power outage at KNDY studio and Marysville transmitters. Crews are working to restore service, while Marshall County Emergency Management assesses the damage. The Frankfort area may have been most affected. Only a vacant trailer house was damaged, and no injuries were reported. KNDY is simulcasting programming from sister-station KD Country 94.

South winds will be strong again today. Although humidity levels will be higher than recent days, fire danger will...

There continues to be a chance for severe weather across northeast and much of north central and east central...

There will be a couple opportunities for showers and thunderstorms over the next 36 hours. First showers and storms...

Severe storms are possible Tuesday afternoon and evening across the entire outlook area. While the coverage of storms is...

Severe storms are possible Tuesday late afternoon and evening. Areas in the yellow shading have the best chance of...

By Noah Taborda, Kansas Reflector TOPEKA — High winds Wednesday in Kansas reduced visibility, leading to road closures and power...