Kansas Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 06/30/2026 19:44

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued June 30 at 9:44PM CDT by NWS Goodland KS
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
June 30, 2026 - 7:44pm
Expires: 
June 30, 2026 - 8:00pm
Description: 
At 944 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 9 miles south of Bird City, or 15 miles southeast of St. Francis, moving northeast at 50 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and nickel size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to outdoor objects is possible. This strong thunderstorm will be near... Bird City around 950 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. To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service office in Goodland. This thunderstorm is producing minor accumulations of hail, which will make driving hazardous, similar to snow or ice. If you must travel, be aware of rapidly changing road conditions.
Area Description: 
Cheyenne; Rawlins
Forcast Office: 
NWS Goodland KS