Windy. Numerous showers and isolated thunderstorms. Near steady temperature in the upper 50s. Northwest winds 25 to 30 mph with gusts to around 40 mph. Chance of rain 70 percent.
Tonight
Windy. Mostly cloudy. Lows around 37. Northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts to around 45 mph.
Sunday
Breezy...sunny. Highs around 65. Northwest winds 20 to 25 mph decreasing to 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon.
... Wind Advisory remains in effect until 4 am CDT Sunday...
A Wind Advisory remains in effect until 4 am CDT Sunday.
Strong northwest winds will develop behind a cold front late this afternoon and continue into early Sunday morning. Northwest winds of 25 to 35 mph with gusts around 45 mph are expected.
Take action to secure trash cans... lawn furniture... and other loose or lightweight outdoor objects. The expected wind speeds can make driving difficult... especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Public Information Statement
Statement as of 11:28 am CDT on May 10, 2008
... storm safety information... .
A severe weather watch has been issued by the National Weather Service for a part of Kansas. In the interest of public safety... the following safety information is provided.
A quick reminder... the term watch means conditions are favorable for severe weather in the watch area. There is no cause for immediate concern. You should go about your normal business... but be on the lookout and keep up-to-date on weather developments.
However... a / warning / means a severe thunderstorm or tornado has been observed or is indicated by Doppler weather radar. People near the storm should take immediate safety precautions.
... Severe thunderstorms... produce strong damaging winds... large hail... heavy rain... deadly lightning and possibly tornadoes.
... Lightning is an underrated killer so... get indoors and away from windows stay away trees or towers avoid lakes and boats
Heavy rains may produce flash flooding quickly... avoid low lying and poor drainage areas. Be cautious when driving at night as roads could be washed out.
... Tornadoes are natures most violent storms. Best shelters are... in a basement or underground storm shelter on the lowest floor in the middle of the building an interior hallway or designated shelter area
avoid windows... Mobile homes... gymnasiums and auditoriums. Abandon vehicles and get into a ditch or culvert.
Damaging downburst winds may exceed 100 mph... so get indoors or into a basement stay away from windows
Stay informed of the weather situation... know your County... and nearby cities and counties. Listen to weather radio or local media.
