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High Wind Warning 9, NWS Goodland, KS

November 7, 202013 counties in Kansas; Dundy County, Hitchcock County, Red Willow County, Nebraska; Cheyenne County, Kit Carson County, Yuma County, Colorado

NWS Goodland, KS issued this high wind warning at Nov 7, 2020, 2:57 AM CST for 13 counties in Kansas; Dundy County, Hitchcock County, Red Willow County, Nebraska; Cheyenne County, Kit Carson County, Yuma County, Colorado. It took effect at Nov 8, 2020, 12:00 AM CST. It was in force for 12 hr. 7 reports came from inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The counties it named, with what was reported inside it.

The facts

Issued
Nov 7, 2020, 2:57 AM CST (08:57 UTC)
In effect from
Nov 8, 2020, 12:00 AM CST
Expired
Nov 8, 2020, 11:50 AM CST
In force
12 hr
Issued by
NWS Goodland, KS

Counties Cheyenne County, CO, Kit Carson County, CO, Yuma County, CO, Cheyenne County, KS, Decatur County, KS, Gove County, KS, Graham County, KS, Greeley County, KS, Logan County, KS, Norton County, KS, Rawlins County, KS, Sheridan County, KS, Sherman County, KS, Thomas County, KS, Wallace County, KS, Wichita County, KS, Dundy County, NE, Hitchcock County, NE, Red Willow County, NE

The radar

The Goodland radar (KGLD), 40 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 08:55 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.

What was reported inside it

TimeReportWhereRemark
Nov 8, 2:34 AM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 535 S Burlington, COASOS STATION KITR BURLINGTON CO AIRPORT. SOUTH WIND SUSTAINED AT 35 MPH GUSTING TO 53 MPH AT 0834 UTC.
Nov 8, 5:10 AM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 512 E Arapahoe, COMESONET STATION UP694 2.2 E ARAPAHOE (UPR).
Nov 8, 5:53 AM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 535 S Burlington, COASOS STATION KITR BURLINGTON CO AIRPORT.
Nov 8, 7:15 AM CSTHIGH SUST WINDS 432 E Arapahoe, COMESONET STATION UP694 2.2 E ARAPAHOE (UPR).
Nov 8, 7:53 AM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 515 S Burlington, COASOS STATION KITR BURLINGTON CO AIRPORT.
Nov 8, 9:27 AM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 502 E Mccook, NE
Nov 8, 9:53 AM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 542 E Mccook, NE

Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.

The nearest sounding before it

Denver, CO (KDNR), launched 00:00Z, 9.0 hours before the alert went out and 177 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Denver, CO at 00:00Z on 2020-11-07Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km-30°-20°-10°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Denver, CO at 00:00Z on 2020-11-07The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 199 square meters per square second.19395878Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
3503 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
50 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
199 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
166 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

052 
WWUS73 KGLD 070857
NPWGLD

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Goodland KS
157 AM MST Sat Nov 7 2020

COZ090>092-NEZ079>081-081800-
/O.UPG.KGLD.HW.A.0001.201108T0000Z-201108T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KGLD.HW.W.0009.201108T0600Z-201108T1800Z/
Yuma County-Kit Carson County-Cheyenne County-Dundy-Hitchcock-
Red Willow-
Including the cities of Yuma, Wray, Burlington, Arapahoe, 
Cheyenne Wells, Benkelman, Culbertson, Trenton, Stratton Ne, 
Palisade, and McCook
157 AM MST Sat Nov 7 2020 /257 AM CST Sat Nov 7 2020/

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM MST /MIDNIGHT CST/ THIS
EVENING TO 11 AM MST /NOON CST/ SUNDAY...

* WHAT...South winds at 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Entire Tri-State area.

* WHEN...From 11 PM MST /midnight CST/ this evening to 11 AM MST 
  /noon CST/ Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous travel conditions, particularly on west-
  east routes such as Interstate 70 where cross-winds will be
  strongest. Downed trees and power lines are also possible.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected a few 
  hours on either side of sunrise Sunday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Secure loose outdoor items. Winds of this magnitude may down 
trees, power lines, and damage property. High winds will also 
create dangerous travel conditions, particularly for high-profile 
vehicles on west-east routes such as Interstate 70.

&&

$$

KSZ001>004-013>016-027>029-041-042-081800-
/O.UPG.KGLD.HW.A.0001.201108T0000Z-201108T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KGLD.HW.W.0009.201108T0600Z-201108T1800Z/
Cheyenne-Rawlins-Decatur-Norton-Sherman-Thomas-Sheridan-Graham-
Wallace-Logan-Gove-Greeley-Wichita-
Including the cities of St. Francis, Bird City, Atwood, Oberlin, 
Norton, Goodland, Colby, Hoxie, Hill City, Sharon Springs, 
Oakley, Quinter, Grinnell, Grainfield, Tribune, and Leoti
157 AM MST Sat Nov 7 2020 /257 AM CST Sat Nov 7 2020/

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM MST /MIDNIGHT CST/ THIS
EVENING TO 11 AM MST /NOON CST/ SUNDAY...

* WHAT...South winds at 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Entire Tri-State area.

* WHEN...From 11 PM MST /midnight CST/ this evening to 11 AM MST 
  /noon CST/ Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous travel conditions, particularly on west-
  east routes such as Interstate 70 where cross-winds will be 
  strongest. Downed trees and power lines are also possible.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected a few 
  hours on either side of sunrise Sunday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Secure loose outdoor items. Winds of this magnitude may down 
trees, power lines, and damage property. High winds will also 
create dangerous travel conditions, particularly for high-profile 
vehicles on west-east routes such as Interstate 70. 

High dust concentrations can aggravate asthma and cause
respiratory problems, especially in children, the elderly, or 
those with pre-existing respiratory conditions. The Kansas 
Department of Health and Environment recommends taking 
preventative measures such as staying indoors or wearing 
protective breathing masks, if outside.

&&

$$

Vincent
6 follow-up statements
988 
WWUS73 KGLD 071412
NPWGLD

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Goodland KS
712 AM MST Sat Nov 7 2020

COZ090>092-KSZ001>004-013>016-027>029-041-042-NEZ079>081-072300-
/O.CON.KGLD.HW.W.0009.201108T0600Z-201108T1800Z/
Yuma County-Kit Carson County-Cheyenne County-Cheyenne-Rawlins-
Decatur-Norton-Sherman-Thomas-Sheridan-Graham-Wallace-Logan-Gove-
Greeley-Wichita-Dundy-Hitchcock-Red Willow-
Including the cities of Yuma, Wray, Burlington, Arapahoe, 
Cheyenne Wells, St. Francis, Bird City, Atwood, Oberlin, Norton, 
Goodland, Colby, Hoxie, Hill City, Sharon Springs, Oakley, 
Quinter, Grinnell, Grainfield, Tribune, Leoti, Benkelman, 
Culbertson, Trenton, Stratton Ne, Palisade, and McCook
712 AM MST Sat Nov 7 2020 /812 AM CST Sat Nov 7 2020/

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM MST /MIDNIGHT
CST/ THIS EVENING TO 11 AM MST /NOON CST/ SUNDAY...

* WHAT...South winds at 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Entire Tri-State area.

* WHEN...From 11 PM MST /midnight CST/ this evening to 11 AM MST 
  /noon CST/ Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous travel conditions, particularly on west- 
  east routes such as Interstate 70 where cross-winds will be 
  strongest. Downed trees and power lines are also possible.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected a few 
  hours on either side of sunrise Sunday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$
585 
WWUS73 KGLD 072113
NPWGLD

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Goodland KS
213 PM MST Sat Nov 7 2020

COZ090>092-KSZ001>004-013>016-027>029-041-042-NEZ079>081-081200-
/O.CON.KGLD.HW.W.0009.201108T0600Z-201108T1800Z/
Yuma County-Kit Carson County-Cheyenne County-Cheyenne-Rawlins-
Decatur-Norton-Sherman-Thomas-Sheridan-Graham-Wallace-Logan-Gove-
Greeley-Wichita-Dundy-Hitchcock-Red Willow-
Including the cities of Yuma, Wray, Burlington, Arapahoe, 
Cheyenne Wells, St. Francis, Bird City, Atwood, Oberlin, Norton, 
Goodland, Colby, Hoxie, Hill City, Sharon Springs, Oakley, 
Quinter, Grinnell, Grainfield, Tribune, Leoti, Benkelman, 
Culbertson, Trenton, Stratton Ne, Palisade, and McCook
213 PM MST Sat Nov 7 2020 /313 PM CST Sat Nov 7 2020/

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM MST /MIDNIGHT
CST/ THIS EVENING TO 11 AM MST /NOON CST/ SUNDAY...

* WHAT...South winds at 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Entire Tri-State area.

* WHEN...From 11 PM MST /midnight CST/ this evening to 11 AM MST 
  /noon CST/ Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous travel conditions, particularly on west- 
  east routes such as Interstate 70 where cross-winds will be 
  strongest. Downed trees and power lines are also possible.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected a few 
  hours on either side of sunrise Sunday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$
954 
WWUS73 KGLD 080410
NPWGLD

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Goodland KS
910 PM MST Sat Nov 7 2020

COZ090>092-KSZ001>004-013>016-027>029-041-042-NEZ079>081-081500-
/O.CON.KGLD.HW.W.0009.201108T0600Z-201108T1800Z/
Yuma County-Kit Carson County-Cheyenne County-Cheyenne-Rawlins-
Decatur-Norton-Sherman-Thomas-Sheridan-Graham-Wallace-Logan-Gove-
Greeley-Wichita-Dundy-Hitchcock-Red Willow-
Including the cities of Yuma, Wray, Burlington, Arapahoe, 
Cheyenne Wells, St. Francis, Bird City, Atwood, Oberlin, Norton, 
Goodland, Colby, Hoxie, Hill City, Sharon Springs, Oakley, 
Quinter, Grinnell, Grainfield, Tribune, Leoti, Benkelman, 
Culbertson, Trenton, Stratton Ne, Palisade, and McCook
910 PM MST Sat Nov 7 2020 /1010 PM CST Sat Nov 7 2020/

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST /NOON CST/
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...South winds of 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Entire Tri-State area.

* WHEN...From 11 PM MST /midnight CST/ this evening to 11 AM MST 
  /noon CST/ Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous travel conditions, particularly on west- 
  east routes such as Interstate 70 where cross-winds will be 
  strongest. Downed trees and power lines are also possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$
264 
WWUS73 KGLD 080828
NPWGLD

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Goodland KS
128 AM MST Sun Nov 8 2020

COZ090>092-KSZ001>004-013>016-027>029-041-042-NEZ079>081-081800-
/O.CON.KGLD.HW.W.0009.000000T0000Z-201108T1800Z/
Yuma County-Kit Carson County-Cheyenne County-Cheyenne-Rawlins-
Decatur-Norton-Sherman-Thomas-Sheridan-Graham-Wallace-Logan-Gove-
Greeley-Wichita-Dundy-Hitchcock-Red Willow-
Including the cities of Yuma, Wray, Burlington, Arapahoe, 
Cheyenne Wells, St. Francis, Bird City, Atwood, Oberlin, Norton, 
Goodland, Colby, Hoxie, Hill City, Sharon Springs, Oakley, 
Quinter, Grinnell, Grainfield, Tribune, Leoti, Benkelman, 
Culbertson, Trenton, Stratton Ne, Palisade, and McCook
128 AM MST Sun Nov 8 2020 /228 AM CST Sun Nov 8 2020/

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST /NOON CST/
THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...South winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Entire Tri-State area.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST /noon CST/ this morning.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous travel conditions, particularly on west- 
  east routes such as Interstate 70 where cross-winds will be 
  strongest. Downed trees and power lines are also possible.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are anticipated to 
  occur between 5 AM and 11 AM MST this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds of this magnitude may down trees, power lines, and damage 
property. High winds will also create dangerous travel conditions,
particularly for high-profile vehicles on west-east routes such 
as Interstate 70, Highway 40, Highway 36, and Highway 34. 

&&

$$

Vincent
343 
WWUS73 KGLD 081458
NPWGLD

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Goodland KS
758 AM MST Sun Nov 8 2020

COZ090>092-KSZ001>004-013>016-027>029-041-042-NEZ079>081-081800-
/O.CON.KGLD.HW.W.0009.000000T0000Z-201108T1800Z/
Yuma County-Kit Carson County-Cheyenne County-Cheyenne-Rawlins-
Decatur-Norton-Sherman-Thomas-Sheridan-Graham-Wallace-Logan-Gove-
Greeley-Wichita-Dundy-Hitchcock-Red Willow-
Including the cities of Yuma, Wray, Burlington, Arapahoe, 
Cheyenne Wells, St. Francis, Bird City, Atwood, Oberlin, Norton, 
Goodland, Colby, Hoxie, Hill City, Sharon Springs, Oakley, 
Quinter, Grinnell, Grainfield, Tribune, Leoti, Benkelman, 
Culbertson, Trenton, Stratton Ne, Palisade, and McCook
758 AM MST Sun Nov 8 2020 /858 AM CST Sun Nov 8 2020/

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM MST /NOON CST/
THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...South winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Entire Tri-State area.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM MST /noon CST/ this morning.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous travel conditions, particularly on west- 
  east routes such as Interstate 70 where cross-winds will be 
  strongest. Downed trees and power lines are also possible.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are anticipated to 
  occur between 8 AM and 11 AM MST this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$
161 
WWUS73 KGLD 081750
NPWGLD

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Goodland KS
1050 AM MST Sun Nov 8 2020

COZ090>092-KSZ001>004-013>016-027>029-041-042-NEZ079>081-081900-
/O.CAN.KGLD.HW.W.0009.000000T0000Z-201108T1800Z/
Yuma County-Kit Carson County-Cheyenne County-Cheyenne-Rawlins-
Decatur-Norton-Sherman-Thomas-Sheridan-Graham-Wallace-Logan-Gove-
Greeley-Wichita-Dundy-Hitchcock-Red Willow-
Including the cities of Yuma, Wray, Burlington, Arapahoe, 
Cheyenne Wells, St. Francis, Bird City, Atwood, Oberlin, Norton, 
Goodland, Colby, Hoxie, Hill City, Sharon Springs, Oakley, 
Quinter, Grinnell, Grainfield, Tribune, Leoti, Benkelman, 
Culbertson, Trenton, Stratton Ne, Palisade, and McCook
1050 AM MST Sun Nov 8 2020 /1150 AM CST Sun Nov 8 2020/

...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...

Remaining gusty southerly winds will be below criteria, prompting
cancellation.

$$

JN

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Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.