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May 18th 2026 Widespread Severe Storms
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Storms Continue Late Tonight

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Severe Storms Possible Sunday

Strong storms will continue moving northeastward tonight. Storms may produce up to dime size hail, 45-55 mph wind gusts, and heavy rainfall.

Ongoing sub-severe storms will linger in eastern KS for the next few hours. Then severe storms will develop across central KS later this afternoon. Severe storms will march eastward this evening. Large hail and strong winds are the main concerns with this evening's activity.

Severe storms are possible Sunday afternoon and evening, especially for areas along and east of I-135. The strongest storms will be capable of hail up to tennis ball size, wind gusts up to 70 mph, and a tornado or two.