US: Tornado-Warned Storms Bring Hail to Wichita and Surrounding Areas

Severe thunderstorms moved through Kansas on Friday, April 17, bringing tornado threats, hail and strong winds to Wichita and surrounding areas.

US: Destructive Hailstorm Prompts State of Emergency in Miami County, Kansas

Strong thunderstorms struck Miami County, Kansas, on Wednesday, April 15, bringing large hail that damaged structures and vehicles, prompting local leaders to declare a state of emergency. Schools in Osawatomie were closed Thursday and Friday as officials assessed widespread hail damage to multiple district buildings.

US: NWS Confirms Tornado Touchdown in Franklin County, Kansas

A tornado hit Ottawa, Kansas, on Monday evening, April 13, as the National Weather Service confirmed a tornado touched down in Franklin County, leaving thousands without power and reports of damage around the area.

US: NWS Confirms Tornado Touchdown in Franklin County, Kansas 2

A tornado hit Ottawa, Kansas, on Monday evening, April 13, as the National Weather Service confirmed a tornado touched down in Franklin County, leaving thousands without power and reports of damage around the area.

US: Powerful Bomb Cyclone Continues to Batter Northeast With Record Snow

A powerful “bomb cyclone” continued to batter the northeastern United States on Monday, February 23, leaving hundreds of thousands without power and dumping up to 3 feet of snow in some states. It triggered states of emergency across several states and brought up to 19 inches of snow to parts of New York City, forcing the Boston Globe to suspend its print edition for the first time in its 153-year history.

US: Snow Squall Warning Issued for Kansas City Area

The National Weather Service issued a snow squall warning for parts of the Kansas City area on Friday, January 16, as a blast of snow severely decreased visibility.

US: Snow Accumulates Across Kansas as Ferrets Enjoy First Snowfall

Ferrets enjoyed the first snow of the season in Perry, Kansas, as snow accumulated across much of the state.

US: Zeus the Dog in Topeka Enjoys First Snow as Kansas Turns White

In Topeka, Kansas, Zeus the dog enjoys the first snow of the season as snow accumulates across much of the state.

US: First Snowfall Hits Kansas City, Prompting Winter Weather Advisory

The first snow of the season hit the Kansas City metro area on Monday, December 1, prompting a Winter Weather Advisory. The heavy snowfall resulted in slick roads, caused several school closures, and left roadways covered with multiple inches of snow.

US: Flash Flooding Hits Central Kansas, Governor Declares State of Disaster Emergency 4

Heavy rainfall that began Monday, September 8 continued into Tuesday, triggering flash flooding across central Kansas and prompting Governor Laura Kelly to declare a state of disaster emergency. Rainfall totals reached 1–4 inches in most areas, with up to 6 inches recorded near Salina. Floodwaters inundated roads and homes in towns such as Tescott and Brookville, where water reached porch levels and made driving hazardous.

US: Flash Flooding Hits Central Kansas, Governor Declares State of Disaster Emergency 3

Heavy rainfall that began Monday, September 8 continued into Tuesday, triggering flash flooding across central Kansas and prompting Governor Laura Kelly to declare a state of disaster emergency. Rainfall totals reached 1–4 inches in most areas, with up to 6 inches recorded near Salina. Floodwaters inundated roads and homes in towns such as Tescott and Brookville, where water reached porch levels and made driving hazardous.

US: Flash Flooding Hits Central Kansas, Governor Declares State of Disaster Emergency 2

Heavy rainfall that began Monday, September 8 continued into Tuesday, triggering flash flooding across central Kansas and prompting Governor Laura Kelly to declare a state of disaster emergency. Rainfall totals reached 1–4 inches in most areas, with up to 6 inches recorded near Salina. Floodwaters inundated roads and homes in towns such as Tescott and Brookville, where water reached porch levels and made driving hazardous.

US: Flash Flooding Hits Central Kansas, Governor Declares State of Disaster Emergency

Severe thunderstorms triggered flash flooding across central Kansas on Tuesday, September 9, prompting Governor Laura Kelly to declare a state of disaster emergency. Rainfall totals reached 1–4 inches in most areas, with up to 6 inches recorded near Salina. Floodwaters inundated roads and homes in towns such as Tescott and Brookville, where water reached porch levels and made driving hazardous.

US: Storm Cloud Looms Over Wichita as Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued

A storm cloud loomed over Wichita, Kansas, on Wednesday, September 3. The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm alert for the area.

US: Storms Drop Large Hail in Central Kansas

Parts of Kansas were hit by large hail on Wednesday, September 3, as storms swept through the state. Some areas reported hail the size of golf balls and ping pong balls.

US: Severe Thunderstorms Bring Strong Winds and Hail to Western Kansas

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning and a Severe Thunderstorm Watch were issued as thunderstorms struck western Kansas on Sunday, August 3, bringing strong winds and intense hail.

US: Massive Low-Hanging Cloud Spotted Amid Violent Storm in Wichita

A large, low-hanging cloud was captured southwest of Wichita on the morning of Tuesday, June 17, as a violent storm caused damage across the city and surrounding areas.

US: Tornado Sirens Ring Out as Tornado Confirmed Near Kansas City, Missouri

Tornado sirens blared across Kansas City and surrounding areas on Tuesday, June 3, with one twister confirmed on the city's edge.

US: Storms Sweep Through Central Kansas, Causing Flash Flooding in Wichita Area 2

Severe thunderstorms swept through central Kansas on Tuesday, June 3, triggering flash flooding in Wichita and surrounding areas.

US: Storms Sweep Through Central Kansas, Causing Flash Flooding in Wichita Area

Severe thunderstorms swept through central Kansas on Tuesday, June 3, triggering flash flooding in Wichita and surrounding areas.

US: Heavy Rain Causes Flooding in Northwest Kansas Amid Storm Warning

A severe thunderstorm warning was issued for parts of northwest Kansas on Monday, May 19. The storm system brought heavy rain, causing flooding in the area.

US: Significant Damage Reported in Kansas After Tornado-Producing Storm

Several tornadoes touched down in Kansas on Sunday, May 18, damaging homes, trees, and power lines as a powerful storm swept through the area. There are no reports of any injuries or deaths. This video was shot in Stockton, Kansas. According to the filmer, she was almost certain that the tree had been struck by lightning.

US: Severe Storm Spawns Multiple Tornadoes in Kansas 2

Several tornadoes touched down in Kansas on Sunday, May 18, damaging homes, trees, and power lines as a powerful storm swept through the area.

US: Severe Storm Spawns Multiple Tornadoes in Kansas

Several tornadoes touched down in Kansas on Sunday, May 18, damaging homes, trees, and power lines as a powerful storm swept through the area.

US: Tornado-Warned Thunderstorms Sweep Through Kansas and Missouri Overnight 2

Strong thunderstorms moved through Kansas and Missouri including the Kansas City area from late Tuesday night, April 1 into Wednesday morning, April 2, prompting a severe thunderstorm warning and a tornado watch for a large portion of the region. A tornado warning was also issued in some areas.

US: Tornado-Warned Thunderstorms Sweep Through Kansas and Missouri Overnight

Strong thunderstorms moved through Kansas and Missouri including the Kansas City area from late Tuesday night, April 1 into Wednesday morning, April 2, prompting a severe thunderstorm warning and a tornado watch for a large portion of the region. A tornado warning was also issued in some areas.

US: Powerful Wind Storm Causes Widespread Outages in Kansas City Area

A wind storm swept through the Kansas City area from Tuesday night (March 4) through Wednesday morning (March 5) leaving thousands of people without power.

US: Winter Storm Batters Central States, State Of Emergency Declared 3

A major winter storm swept across the U.S. on Sunday, January 5, bringing heavy snow, ice, strong winds, and plunging temperatures. States of emergency have been declared in Kentucky, Virginia, West Virginia, Kansas, Arkansas, and Missouri.

US: Winter Storm Batters Central States, State Of Emergency Declared 2

A major winter storm swept across the central U.S. on Sunday, January 5, bringing heavy snow, ice, strong winds, and plunging temperatures. States of emergency have been declared in Kentucky, Virginia, West Virginia, Kansas, Arkansas, and Missouri. Reports indicate that some areas may receive the heaviest snowfall in a decade.

US: Winter Storm Batters Central States, State Of Emergency Declared

A major winter storm swept across the central U.S. on Sunday, January 5, bringing heavy snow, ice, strong winds, and plunging temperatures. States of emergency have been declared in Kentucky, Virginia, West Virginia, Kansas, Arkansas, and Missouri. Reports indicate that some areas may receive the heaviest snowfall in a decade.

US: Labrador Puppy Slips On Icy Stairs As Major Winter Storm Hits Kansas

A major winter storm swept into the U.S. central plains on Saturday, January 4, causing icy streets and multiple crashes in Kansas. This video shows a Labrador puppy slipping down icy outdoor stairs in Lawrence.

US: Derecho Pummels Kansas With Damaging Winds And Hail

Powerful storms blasted Kansas on Sunday, May 19, bringing damaging winds, large hail, and possible tornadoes. A derecho produced the storms that prompted tornado, severe thunderstorm, and flash flood warnings and left a trail of damage such as downed trees, blocked roads, and widespread power outages in parts of the state. This video shows gusty winds whipping up a haboob in Great Bend.

US: Derecho Pummels Kansas With Damaging Winds And Hail 2

Powerful storms blasted Kansas on Sunday, May 19, bringing damaging winds, large hail, and possible tornadoes. A derecho produced the storms that prompted tornado, severe thunderstorm, and flash flood warnings and left a trail of damage such as downed trees, blocked roads and widespread power outages in parts of the state. This video shows gusty winds whipping up a haboob in Great Bend.

US: Derecho Pummels Kansas With Damaging Winds And Hail 3

Powerful storms blasted Kansas on Sunday, May 19, bringing damaging winds, large hail, and possible tornadoes. A derecho produced the storms that prompted tornado, severe thunderstorm, and flash flood warnings and left a trail of damage such as downed trees, blocked roads and widespread power outages in parts of the state. This video shows a huge shelf cloud approaching Dickinson County.

US: Derecho Pummels Kansas With Damaging Winds And Hail 4

Powerful storms blasted Kansas on Sunday, May 19, bringing damaging winds, large hail, and possible tornadoes. A derecho produced the storms that prompted tornado, severe thunderstorm, and flash flood warnings and left a trail of damage such as downed trees, blocked roads and widespread power outages in parts of the state. This dashcam video shows a huge shelf cloud approaching Dickinson County.

US: Severe Thunderstorm With Heavy Rain, Hail, And Possible Tornado Hits South Central Kansas

Severe thunderstorm hit south central Kansas on Tuesday, April 30 bringing heavy rain and hail to the area. A tornado watch was issued for Wichita until 11 pm.

US: Tornado-Producing Storm Brings Large Hail To Northwestern Kansas

A tornado-producing storm swept through northwestern Kansas on Thursday, April 25, bringing heavy rains, large hail, and damaging winds. At least one tornado was reported near Cheyenne County.

Storm Kathleen Brings Strong Winds, High Waves To Ireland, UK Coasts 5

Storm Kathleen brought strong winds to Ireland, Northern Ireland, Scotland, and parts of western England on Saturday, April 6, and Sunday, April 7.

US: Powerful Storm Batters Great Plains Causing Blizzard Conditions 2

A powerful storm battered the Great Plains on Tuesday, March 26. It brought heavy snow to parts of the region, causing bad road conditions and power outage threats. Blizzard warnings were extended for from northern Colorado and Kansas into parts of Minnesota, Nebraska and South Dakota on Monday.

US: Powerful Storm Batters Great Plains Causing Blizzard Conditions

A powerful storm battered the Great Plains on Tuesday, March 26. It brought heavy snow to parts of the region causing bad road conditions and power outage threats. Blizzard warnings were extended for from northern Colorado and Kansas into parts of Minnesota, Nebraska and South Dakota on Monday.

US: Large Hail Falls During Tornado-Producing Storms In Kansas

Large hail fell during tornado-producing storms in Kansas on Wednesday, March 13. The size of hail stones ranged from golf balls to baseballs. There were 3 unconfirmed tornadoes in Wabaunsee and Shawnee counties. According to reports, some structures were damaged but no injuries were reported.

US: Large Hail Pelts Parts Of Missouri, Thunderstorm Warning Issued

Large hails pelted parts of Missouri during volatile weather on Wednesday night, March 13. The hail stones might be as big as baseball, some also called it “gorilla hail”. A severe thunderstorm warning was issued for northeast of Kansas City. Traffic was affected as a standstill occurred along Interstate 70.