Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 18 at 1:26PM CDT by NWS Hastings NE
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 18, 2026 - 11:26am
Expires:
May 18, 2026 - 12:00pm
Description:
At 124 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms in Republic County Kansas, along a line extending from
near Republic to near Haddam. Movement was north at 35 mph. Over the
next half hour, some of this activity will enter Thayer County, and
could potentially further strengthen.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and spotty penny size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Hebron, Deshler, Chester, Byron, Hubbell, and Gilead.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
These storms may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description:
Thayer
Forcast Office:
NWS Hastings NE
Sender: