Headline:
Tornado Warning issued September 30 at 6:40PM CDT until September 30 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Wichita KS
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
September 30, 2026 - 4:40pm
Expires:
September 30, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
At 639 PM CDT, a confirmed tornado was located near Lucas, or 16
miles north of Wilson, moving northeast at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Damaging tornado.
SOURCE...Weather spotters confirmed tornado. At 638 PM, a tornado
was reported 3 miles east of Lucas.
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
northwestern Lincoln and northeastern Russell Counties, including the
following locations... Wilson State Park, Ash Grove, and Wilson Lake.
Instruction:
To repeat, a tornado is on the ground. 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:
Lincoln, KS; Russell, KS
Forcast Office:
NWS Wichita KS
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov