Kansas Tornado Warning | Effective 05/18/2026 17:59

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued May 18 at 7:59PM CDT until May 18 at 8:15PM CDT by NWS Topeka KS
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
May 18, 2026 - 5:59pm
Expires: 
May 18, 2026 - 6:15pm
Description: 
At 759 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located 5 miles north of Allen, moving northeast at 55 mph. HAZARD...Tornado and quarter size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation. IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely. This tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of south central Wabaunsee and north central Lyon Counties.
Instruction: 
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris.
Area Description: 
Lyon, KS; Wabaunsee, KS
Forcast Office: 
NWS Topeka KS