Kansas Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/23/2026 14:50

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 23 at 4:50PM CDT by NWS Dodge City KS
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 23, 2026 - 2:50pm
Expires: 
July 23, 2026 - 3:30pm
Description: 
At 450 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 10 miles west of Richfield, moving east at 20 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and penny size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. This strong thunderstorm will be near... Richfield around 505 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.
Area Description: 
Morton
Forcast Office: 
NWS Dodge City KS