Dodge City, Kansas – Thunderstorms are likely to erupt across central and southwest Kansas late Wednesday afternoon, threatening gusty winds, large hail, and rapid travel disruptions along major highways between 4 and 10 p.m.
According to the National Weather Service in Dodge City, radar shows a strong cold front dipping southeast across the region. This boundary is expected to trigger scattered storms, mainly along US-50 and I-70 from Dodge City through Garden City and Liberal. Forecasters say some storms could become severe, with quarter-size hail and wind gusts topping 60 mph possible in isolated spots. If storms organize, they may sweep quickly southward or southwestward through the evening hours.
A second cluster of storms is likely to develop in eastern Colorado after 4 p.m. before tracking east toward the Kansas border. Towns including Syracuse, Johnson City, and areas near Lamar, CO, could see quick-hitting downpours and dangerous lightning as these storms move in after sunset.
Drivers are urged to monitor local alerts, stay off roads during heavy rainfall, and secure outdoor items that could blow away in strong winds. Have multiple ways to receive warnings and charge your devices ahead of time.
The severe weather threat will linger through late evening, with additional updates possible if storms intensify or new clusters form.
