NWS

The National Weather Service in Dodge City has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 11 p.m. Friday for Ellis, Trego, Ness, Pawnee, and Rush counties, along with most of western Kansas.

Ellis, Rush, and Pawnee counties are also in a Flood Watch in effect from 7 p.m. through late tonight.

 

* Expected heavy rainfall starting late this afternoon and
continuing into the evening will combine with already wet and
nearly saturated soils to create a higher threat for flooding.

* Small streams may overflow and cause roadways to become
impassable. Any flooding would likely occur toward sunset or
later, and motorists should be especially alert if traveling
through the flood watch area.