Scott Co EM

Responsible for the comprehensive management of all-hazards risks for Scott County, Kansas. This account is not monitored 24/7.

[NWS Dodge City @NWSDodgeCity]

Minor change to the overall severe weather risk today. The most notable change is the Slight Risk (level 2 of 5) was brought farther north. No real change to the expectations today, with the best chance of stronger storms near the I-70 corridor! Be weather aware! #kswx

[Scott Co EM @ScottCoEM]

Summer temperatures are forecast the next few days, so take steps to protect yourself and others.

[Scott Co EM @ScottCoEM]

A Dense Fog Advisory has been issued until 9am for our area. If you have early morning travel plans give yourself extra time, use low beam headlights, and increase following distance.

[Scott Co EM @ScottCoEM]

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for portions of southeast Scott County until 7:30pm. Quarter size hail and winds to 60mph will be possible.

[Scott Co EM @ScottCoEM]

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for northeastern portions of Scott County until 7:15pm. Ping pong ball size hail and winds to 60mph will be possible.

[NWS Dodge City @NWSDodgeCity]

Scott and Lane county residents:
4:42 pm:
Please let us know if you get any large hail or strong winds with the storm that is currently rolling through your area. Thank you!
#kswx

[NWS Storm Prediction Center @NWSSPC]

4:42pm CDT #SPC_Watch WW 265 SEVERE TSTM KS NE 012140Z - 020500Z, #kswx #newx, https://t.co/9K3jXQjz8J

[Scott Co EM @ScottCoEM]

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for eastern portions of Scott County until 5pm. Strong winds up to 60mph and quarter size hail are possible.

[NWS Dodge City @NWSDodgeCity]

2pm Update: Isolated to widely scattered thunderstorms will be possible through 4 pm as north across portions of west central and north central Kansas. #kswx

[Scott Co EM @ScottCoEM]

Severe thunderstorms will be possible later this evening, plan accordingly.

[IEMBot DDC @iembot_ddc]

#SPC issues Day 1 Slight Convective Risk at Jun 1, 16:29z for DDC https://t.co/yTLrGh6c6v

[Scott Co EM @ScottCoEM]

We'll keep an eye on the forecast for Monday, severe weather may be possible.

[NWS Storm Prediction Center @NWSSPC]

1:05am CDT #SPC Day2 Outlook Slight Risk: across parts of the central Plains https://t.co/Y1WiOd8m1i

[Scott Co EM @ScottCoEM]

Scott County EMS and Scott County Fire have been busy lately! EMS has run five calls so far between yesterday and today, and FD responded to two back-to-back tractors on fire today. As always, we greatly appreciate those who answer the call no matter the day or time of day!

[Scott Co EM @ScottCoEM]

Folks in Wichita for state track need to stay weather aware today, and have a plan to seek shelter if it becomes necessary.

[Scott Co EM @ScottCoEM]

We remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice. We owe them so much more than a thank you on this Memorial Day.

[Scott Co EM @ScottCoEM]

Just a little something to keep an eye on if you have outdoor plans later today.

[NWS Dodge City @NWSDodgeCity]

A few marginally severe t-storms are possible this evening. #KSWX

[NWS Dodge City @NWSDodgeCity]

There are moderate to high chances for showers and t-storms Tuesday night through Thursday. #KSWX

[Scott Co EM @ScottCoEM]

To further demonstrate the wildfire potential tomorrow...

[IEMBot DDC @iembot_ddc]

#SPC issues Day 2 Extreme Fire Weather Risk at May 16, 19:23z for DDC https://t.co/55LL2fFENH

[Scott Co EM @ScottCoEM]

A Red Flag Warning has been issued for tomorrow from 1:00-9:00pm for potentially critical fire weather conditions. There should be absolutely NO outdoor burning this weekend. If you have outdoor activities planned for graduation consider the possibility of strong and gusty winds.

[NWS Dodge City @NWSDodgeCity]

Low humidity and windy conditions Sunday afternoon will create dangerous fire conditions across southwest Kansas. As a result a Fire Weather Watch has been issued for portions of southwest Kansas Sunday afternoon. Fire can escape and be difficult to contain. #kswx

[Dakota Smith @weatherdak]

This is one of the wilder satellite animations I've seen in a minute...

Wildfires produce their own thunderstorms while smoke wraps around a low pressure.

What a fascinating view out of southern Kansas this evening.