Kansas Tornado Warning | Effective 04/13/2026 17:13

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued April 13 at 7:13PM CDT until April 13 at 7:30PM CDT by NWS Topeka KS
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
April 13, 2026 - 5:13pm
Expires: 
April 13, 2026 - 5:30pm
Description: 
At 713 PM CDT, a confirmed tornado was located over Pomona, moving east at 25 mph. HAZARD...Damaging tornado and two inch hail. SOURCE...Weather spotters confirmed tornado south of Quenemo. 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. Locations impacted include... Centropolis and Pomona.
Instruction: 
To repeat, a tornado is on the ground. 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.
Area Description: 
Franklin, KS
Forcast Office: 
NWS Topeka KS