NWS

Beginning Nov. 27, the National Weather Service NWS Dodge City WSR-88D radar will be down for approximately three weeks.

Technicians will refurbish and replace the pedestal, one of the most critical components of the radar, which is necessary for antenna rotation and positioning to capture data in all directions.

The components are extremely heavy and will require the radome to be removed by crane and replaced when the work is completed. The radar and pedestal were designed to last 25 years, and this radar has exceeded its lifespan. This activity is necessary to keep the radar functioning for another 20 years or more.

During the downtime, adjacent radars will be available, including: KVNX, KICT, KAMA, KPUX, KGLD and KUEX.

The Dodge City radar covers areas of northwest Kansas including Hays and Ellis County.

For direct access to any of these surrounding radar sites, visit https://radar.weather.gov. For more information and updates, visit https://www.weather.gov/ddc/DodgeCityPedestalSLEP