Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 15 at 6:51PM CDT by NWS Dodge City KS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 15, 2026 - 4:51pm
Expires:
August 15, 2026 - 5:30pm
Description:
At 651 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Richfield, moving north at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and 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.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of northeastern Morton
and southeastern Stanton Counties.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Stanton; Morton
Forcast Office:
NWS Dodge City KS
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov