Headline:
Tornado Warning issued May 21 at 7:35PM MDT until May 21 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Goodland KS
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
May 21, 2026 - 6:35pm
Expires:
May 21, 2026 - 7:00pm
Description:
At 734 PM MDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located 11 miles north of Stratton, moving east at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and ping pong 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.
This tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of
north central Kit Carson County.
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.
Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to
flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Area Description:
Kit Carson, CO
Forcast Office:
NWS Goodland KS
Sender: