Category Archives: Local Weather

Isolated severe storms possible tonight, cooler temperatures tomorrow

Isolated severe storms possible tonight, cooler temperatures tomorrow

What We’re Tracking Isolated storms this evening Much cooler Tuesday More midweek rain chances We’re closely monitoring the potential for severe storms this evening. If storms develop, they are expected to form along a dryline. Hazards include large hail, damaging winds, and the possibility of a few tornadoes. Storms could begin around 5 PM, with…MORE

Conditional risk for severe storms this evening

Conditional risk for severe storms this evening

What We’re Tracking Warm and breezy this afternoon Isolated storms this evening More midweek rain chances Its a warm start this morning with temperatures in the upper 60s and lower 70s. The combination of cloud cover, a breezy southeast wind and higher moisture hasn’t allowed temperatures to drop in the overnight hours. We’re keeping a…MORE

Baseball-sized hail, tornadoes possible in NE Kansas

Baseball-sized hail, tornadoes possible in NE Kansas

KANSAS (KSNT) – The National Weather Service (NWS) of Topeka has issued a hazardous weather outlook for central, east central and northeast Kansas on Monday. As of 6:30 a.m., the NWS is forecasting possible strong to severe storms today and tonight. The storms will be possible in the afternoon and late evening hours. Storms will…MORE

Mostly cloudy tonight with a few strong storms possible Monday

Mostly cloudy tonight with a few strong storms possible Monday

What We’re Tracking Mostly cloudy tonight Warming up again Isolated storms Monday We will stay mostly cloudy tonight. Winds become more southeasterly and pick up at 15-20 mph. As we hold on to strong southerly winds into Monday, overnight lows will remain mild, only falling into the mid-60s. Dew points will stay in the mid-60s…MORE

Multiple chances for rain heading into the last few days of April

Multiple chances for rain heading into the last few days of April

What We’re Tracking Few storms Sunday Warming up again Isolated storms Monday Spotty showers continue to roll across the area this morning becoming more isolated closer to daybreak. Temperatures are starting off in the upper 50s, with east winds around 10 mph. Cloud cover will continue to dominate through the day. For our Sunday, temperatures…MORE

Few showers possible Saturday as cooler temperatures stick around

Few showers possible Saturday as cooler temperatures stick around

What We’re Tracking Rain possible this weekend Warming up again Isolated storms Monday Temperatures are starting off in the lower 50s and upper 40s northward this morning with light northerly breezes. Cloud cover continues to blanket the area as we see another cooler day in store. Near-average temperatures continue for today with highs staying in…MORE

Few storms Sunday, severe weather peaks Monday evening

Few storms Sunday, severe weather peaks Monday evening

What We’re Tracking Few storms Sunday Warming up again Isolated storms Monday Temperatures tonight will dip into the upper 50s, with east winds around 10 mph. Showers and a few rumbles of thunder are possible heading into the morning, as non-severe storms move through the area before clearing out to the east. On Sunday, temperatures…MORE

Saturday brings another day of cooler temperatures and possible late showers

Saturday brings another day of cooler temperatures and possible late showers

What We’re Tracking Rain possible this weekend Isolated storms Monday Drying out mid week Heading into tonight, a few isolated showers are possible, with temperatures dipping into the lower 50s and light north winds. Cool, near-average temperatures continue into Saturday, along with a chance for a few isolated showers or storms later in the afternoon…MORE

When are tornado sirens triggered in Shawnee County?

When are tornado sirens triggered in Shawnee County?

SHAWNEE COUNTY (KSNT) – Shawnee County Emergency Management (SNCO EM) gave an update on its Outdoor Warning System (OWS) policy this week. SNCO EM reported on April 24 that when a tornado watch is issued, it moves into an increased ‘Situational Awareness’ posture. SNCO EM teams start by emailing partners and making notifications through social…MORE

Rain early Friday, cooler to wrap up the week

Rain early Friday, cooler to wrap up the week

What We’re Tracking Rain early Friday Cooler Saturday Active pattern continues into next week Scattered showers and thunderstorms continue to move through this morning. Western counties are seeing some heavy downpours and hear rumbles of thunder. Lightning is winding down and this system will lose its size as it pushes further eastward. By midday, we…MORE