Kansas Special Weather Statement | Effective 05/18/2026 11:01

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 18 at 1:01PM CDT by NWS Hastings NE
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 18, 2026 - 11:01am
Expires: 
May 18, 2026 - 11:30am
Description: 
At 100 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Asherville, or 7 miles southeast of Beloit, moving northeast at 35 mph. HAZARD...Nickel size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. This strong thunderstorm will be near... Asherville and Simpson around 105 PM CDT.
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 Tornado Watch remains in effect until 800 PM CDT for north central Kansas.
Area Description: 
Mitchell
Forcast Office: 
NWS Hastings NE