Wichita, KS – A line of showers and isolated storms is moving across central and south-central Kansas this morning. The storms are bringing moderate to heavy rainfall and occasional cloud-to-ground lightning strikes, raising concerns for residents in these areas.
According to the U.S. National Weather Service in Wichita, the storms are currently affecting cities including Salina, Hutchinson, and Wichita. These early morning storms are expected to linger, impacting the morning commute and potentially causing localized flooding in low-lying areas.
In addition to the storms, Wichita and surrounding areas are bracing for an intense heat wave. Starting Friday, temperatures are expected to soar into the upper 90s, with Saturday potentially reaching 103°F. The extreme heat is forecasted to persist through the weekend, with high temperatures continuing into the start of next week.
