Dodge City, Kansas – A High Wind Warning across large portions of Kansas is bringing dangerous 70 mph wind gusts Sunday.
According to the National Weather Service in Dodge City, sustained north winds of 35 to 45 mph with gusts reaching 70 mph are expected across central, south-central, southwest, and west-central Kansas until 9 p.m. CDT Sunday.
The warning covers numerous communities including Dodge City, Garden City, Hays, Liberal, Pratt, Larned, Ulysses, Scott City, and Greensburg, along with surrounding counties stretching across western and southern portions of the state.
Forecasters say the strongest winds may be capable of damaging trees and power lines, with widespread power outages possible in exposed areas. Loose outdoor objects may become airborne during the strongest gusts.
Travel conditions may also become hazardous throughout the day. The National Weather Service warns that high-profile vehicles such as semitrailers, campers, and buses could experience difficult driving conditions, especially on open highways where crosswinds will be strongest.
Residents are urged to remain cautious during the warning period. Officials recommend staying in lower levels of homes away from windows if winds intensify and watching for falling debris, tree limbs, or damaged structures outdoors.
Drivers should use extra caution on roadways across western Kansas Sunday afternoon and evening as gusty winds continue to impact visibility and vehicle stability.
The warning remains in effect until 9 p.m. CDT Sunday (8 p.m. MDT) before winds are expected to gradually weaken later tonight.
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