Headline:
Tornado Warning issued May 17 at 5:54PM MDT until May 17 at 6:30PM MDT by NWS Goodland KS
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
May 17, 2026 - 4:54pm
Expires:
May 17, 2026 - 5:30pm
Description:
At 554 PM MDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located 10 miles south of Goodland, 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.
Locations impacted include...
Edson.
This includes Interstate 70 in Kansas between mile markers 24 and 35.
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.
Heavy rainfall may hide this tornado. Do not wait to see or hear the
tornado. TAKE COVER NOW!
Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to
flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Area Description:
Sherman, KS
Forcast Office:
NWS Goodland KS
Sender: