Kansas Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 06/16/2026 16:19

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued June 16 at 6:19PM CDT by NWS Dodge City KS
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
June 16, 2026 - 4:19pm
Expires: 
June 16, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description: 
At 619 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Spearville, moving southeast at 20 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and nickel 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. This strong thunderstorm will be near... Spearville around 625 PM CDT. Other locations in the path of this storm include Windhorst.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. This storm 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: 
Ford; Edwards; Kiowa
Forcast Office: 
NWS Dodge City KS