Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued in Douglas, Jefferson and Shawnee, Kansas
Severe Thunderstorm Warning was issued by the for Douglas, Jefferson and Shawnee Counties in Kansas.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
The alert was issued at 5:39 PM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 6:00 PM local time. The NWS lists the alert severity as severe. Its urgency is listed as immediate. The event is classified as observed.
Storm Details
A severe thunderstorm was located over Grantville, moving northeast at 40 mph
Hazards
Golf ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts
Potential Impact
People and animals outdoors will be injured. Expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees
Locations Mentioned
Topeka, Tecumseh, Auburn, Perry, Meriden, Lecompton, Clinton, Clinton Lake, Pauline, Berryton, Perry Lake, and Grantville. This includes the following highways. Interstate 70 between mile markers 353 and 355. Kansas Turnpike between mile markers 169 and 195
Areas Affected
The warning covers Douglas, Jefferson and Shawnee Counties in Kansas.
Safety Information
This storm is producing large hail. SEEK SHELTER NOW inside a sturdy structure and stay away from windows. Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
