Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Ellis County, Kansas
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Current Status
⛈️ Active: Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued August 13 at 8:18PM CDT until August 13 at 8:45PM CDT by NWS Dodge City KS
SVRDDC The National Weather Service in Dodge City has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Northeastern Rush County in central Kansas... Southeastern Ellis County in central Kansas... * Until 845 PM CDT. * At 818 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located very near La Crosse, moving north at 30 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. * This severe thunderstorm will be near... Liebenthal and Loretta around 830 PM CDT.
Effective August 13, 2026 at 9:18 PM ET · Expires August 13, 2026 at 9:45 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Dodge City KS
Expires
August 13, 2026 at 9:45 PM ET
Last Checked
41 minutes ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for Ellis County, Kansas?
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Is this Severe Thunderstorm Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (41 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 13, 2026 at 9:45 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Ellis County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning is also in effect for Rush County.