Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 3 at 10:59PM CDT by NWS Topeka KS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 3, 2026 - 8:59pm
Expires:
July 3, 2026 - 9:45pm
Description:
At 1059 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 5
miles west of Longford, moving east at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and nickel size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down small tree limbs and blow
around unsecured objects. Hail damage to outdoor objects
and vegetation is possible.
Locations impacted include...
Wakefield, Manchester, Longford, and Oak Hill.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Strong winds with this storm will occur before any rain or lightning.
Do not wait for the sound of thunder to go inside.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 100 AM CDT for
north central and northeastern Kansas.
Area Description:
Clay; Ottawa; Dickinson
Forcast Office:
NWS Topeka KS
Sender: