Wichita, Kansas – Strong storms could slam parts of western and southern Kansas Thursday night, bringing 65 mph wind gusts, hail, and dangerous flash flooding to communities already dealing with saturated ground.
According to the National Weather Service in Wichita, areas from Liberal to Medicine Lodge face a Level 2 out of 5 severe weather risk beginning Thursday evening. Forecasters warn that storms could bring quarter-size hail and locally heavy rainfall, particularly in flood-prone zones across south-central Kansas.
Cities like Dodge City, Pratt, and Garden City are in the zone of concern. Emergency officials urge drivers to avoid flooded roads and monitor alerts from the National Weather Service. Gusty winds could down branches or power lines, while rain could overwhelm drainage systems in lower-lying neighborhoods.
Communities still recovering from recent rainfall may see worsening flood conditions if this storm system materializes. Residents are encouraged to charge mobile devices, have multiple ways to receive warnings, and prepare for brief power outages.
Severe storm chances taper off by early Friday, but more updates could be issued if rain totals or storm development trends upward.
