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Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Topeka KS
757 AM CDT Mon May 18 2026

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757 AM CDT Mon May 18 2026

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of central Kansas,
east central Kansas, north central Kansas, and northeast Kansas.

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight

South winds sustained around 25 MPH with gusts around 45 MPH are
forecast for locations southwest of a line from Abilene to Alma to
Emporia late this morning to late this evening. 

Severe thunderstorms are expected after 3 PM across north central
Kansas. These storms may form into a line as they move east and 
southeast late this afternoon and this evening. Very large hail, 
damaging wind gusts, and a few strong tornadoes are the main 
hazards. 

Localized flooding is also a concern, especially if storms 
persist over areas that received heavy rain Sunday night. A Flood
Watch remains in effect through 7 AM Tuesday morning.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Tuesday through Sunday

The probability for widespread hazardous weather is low.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotters will likely be needed this afternoon or tonight.

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More detailed information can be found at:
www.weather.gov/media/top/DssPacket.pdf

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