Kansas Special Weather Statement | Effective 04/25/2026 13:02

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued April 25 at 3:02PM CDT by NWS Dodge City KS
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
April 25, 2026 - 1:02pm
Expires: 
April 25, 2026 - 1:30pm
Description: 
At 302 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Cedar Bluff, moving east at 15 mph. HAZARD...Nickel size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of northeastern Ness, southeastern Trego and southwestern Ellis Counties.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM CDT for central Kansas.
Area Description: 
Trego; Ellis; Ness
Forcast Office: 
NWS Dodge City KS