Kansas Tornado Warning | Effective 05/17/2026 17:44

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued May 17 at 7:44PM CDT until May 17 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Wichita KS
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
May 17, 2026 - 5:44pm
Expires: 
May 17, 2026 - 6:00pm
Description: 
At 744 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Ada, or 11 miles west of Minneapolis, moving northeast at 30 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... Beverly.
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.
Area Description: 
Lincoln, KS
Forcast Office: 
NWS Wichita KS