Special Weather Statement

FROM: NWS Dodge City KS
AREA: Morton
SENT: 2026-06-12T19:51:00-05:00

Special Weather Statement issued June 12 at 7:51PM CDT by NWS Dodge City KS

At 750 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 10
miles northwest of Elkhart, moving northeast at 25 mph.

HAZARD…Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and nickel size hail.

SOURCE…Radar indicated.

IMPACT…Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.

This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of central Morton
County.

If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 100 AM CDT for
southwestern Kansas.

Alert Expiration: 2026-06-12T20:15:00-05:00