Kansas Extreme Tornado Warning | Effective 06/16/2026 19:05

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued June 16 at 9:05PM CDT until June 16 at 9:30PM CDT by NWS Springfield MO
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
June 16, 2026 - 7:05pm
Expires: 
June 16, 2026 - 7:30pm
Description: 
At 905 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Galena, or 7 miles northeast of Baxter Springs, moving southeast at 15 mph. HAZARD...Tornado. 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. Locations impacted include... Galena, Riverton, and Crestline.
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: 
Cherokee, KS
Forcast Office: 
NWS Springfield MO
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov