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Woodson County Sheriff's Office
Thursday March 30th, 2023 :: 02:58 p.m. CDT

Alert

High Wind Warning until 07:00PM Friday

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, south winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. For the High Wind Warning, west winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.

* WHERE...Portions of South Central and Southeast Kansas.

* WHEN...For the wind Advisory, until 1PM CDT Friday. The High Wind Warning, from 1 PM to 7 PM CDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Secure loose items to ensure they do not become airborne.

* AFFECTED AREAS: BUTLER ... GREENWOOD ... WOODSON ... ALLEN ... SUMNER ... COWLEY ... ELK ... WILSON ... NEOSHO ... CHAUTAUQUA ... MONTGOMERY ... LABETTE

Instructions:

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive.

Address/Location
Woodson County Sheriff's Office
105 W Rutledge St
Yates Center, KS 66783

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 620-625-8640

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Alert Details

Severity:
Severe - Significant threat to life or property
Urgency:
Expected - Responsive action SHOULD be taken soon (within next hour)
Certainty:
Likely (p > ~50%)
Category:
Meteorological (inc. flood)
Event:
High Wind Warning

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