Wichita, Kansas – A powerful round of severe thunderstorms could spawn tornadoes across the central High Plains on Sunday, with the greatest threat centered over southern Kansas and north-central Oklahoma by late afternoon.
According to the NOAA Storm Prediction Center, an enhanced risk for severe weather stretches from central Nebraska through northern Oklahoma, including major population centers like Wichita, Topeka, and Enid. A red-outlined area highlights where strong tornadoes are most likely, with large hail and damaging wind gusts also expected.
Cities like Dodge City, Hutchinson, and Salina may see rapid storm development between 2 p.m. and 8 p.m., prompting warnings and possible sheltering. The greatest hail threat—stones larger than 2 inches—extends from Wichita Falls to Fort Collins, marked by a green dashed area on official maps.
Residents across the region are urged to secure outdoor items, charge devices, and review emergency shelter plans. Travel may be hazardous on I-35, I-70, and I-135 due to sudden wind gusts or hail impacts.
Storm activity is expected to taper off overnight, but additional watches could be issued through early Monday depending on system movement and instability. Stay alert for local updates and be ready to take immediate action.
