Headline:
Tornado Warning issued May 17 at 4:34PM MDT until May 17 at 5:00PM MDT by NWS Goodland KS
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
May 17, 2026 - 3:34pm
Expires:
May 17, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 434 PM MDT, a severe squall line capable of producing both
tornadoes and extensive straight line wind damage was located along a
line extending from 10 miles north of Seibert to 3 miles northwest of
Vona to 14 miles southwest of Stratton, moving east at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and golf ball size hail.
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.
These dangerous storms will be near...
Stratton around 440 PM MDT.
Other locations in the path of these tornadic storms include Bethune.
This includes Interstate 70 in Colorado between mile markers 404 and
433.
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.
This thunderstorm is producing accumulating hail, which will make
driving hazardous, similar to snow or ice. If you must travel, be
aware of rapidly changing road conditions.
Area Description:
Kit Carson, CO
Forcast Office:
NWS Goodland KS
Sender: