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Blowing Dust Advisory 1, NWS Wichita, KS

December 15, 202118 counties in Kansas

NWS Wichita, KS issued this blowing dust advisory at Dec 15, 2021, 11:48 AM CST for 18 counties in Kansas. It took effect at Dec 15, 2021, 12:00 PM CST. It was in force for 8 hr.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Dec 15, 2021, 11:48 AM CST (17:48 UTC)
In effect from
Dec 15, 2021, 12:00 PM CST
Expired
Dec 15, 2021, 8:00 PM CST
In force
8 hr
Issued by
NWS Wichita, KS

Counties Barton County, KS, Butler County, KS, Chase County, KS, Cowley County, KS, Ellsworth County, KS, Greenwood County, KS, Harper County, KS, Harvey County, KS, Kingman County, KS, Lincoln County, KS, Marion County, KS, McPherson County, KS, Reno County, KS, Rice County, KS, Russell County, KS, Saline County, KS, Sedgwick County, KS, Sumner County, KS

The radar

The Wichita radar (KICT), 53 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 17:48 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.

The nearest sounding before it

Dodge City, (KDDC), launched 12:00Z, 5.8 hours before the alert went out and 201 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, Dodge City, at 12:00Z on 2021-12-15Temperature 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 km15 km-30°-20°-10°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Dodge City, at 12:00Z on 2021-12-15The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 181 square meters per square second.1939587897Sfc1 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
2885 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
49 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
181 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
254 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

Open this sounding in Storm Lab

The text

As transmitted.

468 
WWUS73 KICT 151748
NPWICT

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Wichita KS
1148 AM CST Wed Dec 15 2021

KSZ032-033-047>050-160300-
/O.NEW.KICT.DU.Y.0001.211215T1800Z-211215T2200Z/
/O.CON.KICT.HW.W.0006.000000T0000Z-211216T0300Z/
Russell-Lincoln-Barton-Ellsworth-Saline-Rice-
Including the cities of Russell, Lincoln, Sylvan Grove, 
Great Bend, Ellsworth, Wilson, Salina, Lyons, and Sterling
1148 AM CST Wed Dec 15 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...BLOWING DUST ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, southwest winds 35 to 55 mph 
  with gusts up to 70 mph. For the Blowing Dust Advisory, 
  visibility between one quarter mile and one mile in blowing 
  dust expected.

* WHERE...Russell, Lincoln, Barton, Ellsworth, Saline and Rice 
  Counties.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 9 PM CST this evening. 
  For the Blowing Dust Advisory, until 4 PM CST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced 
  visibility. 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...The blowing dust will create rapidly
  deteriorating visibilities making driving dangerous. Slow down
  and give yourself time to react to changes. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment. Bureau of Air,
recommends that you take preventative measures during this dust 
event, such as staying indoors or wearing protective breathing
masks if outside. High dust concentrations can cause respiratory
problems, decrease lung activity, aggravate asthma and lead
to potential heart related problems, especially with children, 
elderly or those with pre-existing respiratory conditions.

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.

&&

$$

KSZ051>053-067>070-082-083-091>094-098-160300-
/O.CON.KICT.HW.W.0006.000000T0000Z-211216T0300Z/
McPherson-Marion-Chase-Reno-Harvey-Butler-Greenwood-Kingman-
Sedgwick-Harper-Sumner-Cowley-Elk-Chautauqua-
Including the cities of McPherson, Hillsboro, Marion, Peabody, 
Cottonwood Falls, Strong City, Hutchinson, Newton, El Dorado, 
Augusta, Andover, Rose Hill, Eureka, Madison, Kingman, Derby, 
Haysville, Bel Aire, Park City, Valley Center, Wichita, Anthony, 
Harper, Attica, Wellington, Winfield, Arkansas City, Howard, 
Moline, Longton, Grenola, Sedan, and Cedar Vale
1148 AM CST Wed Dec 15 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph 
  expected.

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

* WHEN...From 9 AM to 9 PM CST Wednesday.

* 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...Blowing dust will be possible and would 
  reduce visibilities making travel under these conditions 
  hazardous. Visibilities may drop to under one mile at times.

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.

&&

$$

KSZ071-072-095-096-099-100-160300-
/O.CON.KICT.WI.Y.0020.000000T0000Z-211216T0300Z/
Woodson-Allen-Wilson-Neosho-Montgomery-Labette-
Including the cities of Yates Center, Iola, Humboldt, Neodesha, 
Fredonia, Chanute, Coffeyville, Independence, and Parsons
1148 AM CST Wed Dec 15 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Far southeast Kansas.

* WHEN...From 9 AM to 9 PM CST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing dust will be possible and would 
  reduce visibilities making travel under these conditions 
  hazardous.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

Metzger
3 follow-up statements
717 
WWUS73 KICT 151908
NPWICT

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Wichita KS
108 PM CST Wed Dec 15 2021

KSZ051-067-068-082-083-091-092-160300-
/O.EXB.KICT.DU.Y.0001.211215T2100Z-211216T0000Z/
/O.CON.KICT.HW.W.0006.000000T0000Z-211216T0300Z/
McPherson-Reno-Harvey-Kingman-Sedgwick-Harper-Sumner-
Including the cities of McPherson, Hutchinson, Newton, Kingman, 
Derby, Haysville, Bel Aire, Park City, Valley Center, Wichita, 
Anthony, Harper, Attica, and Wellington
108 PM CST Wed Dec 15 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...BLOWING DUST ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, southwest winds 30 to 50 mph 
  with gusts up to 70 mph. For the Blowing Dust Advisory, 
  visibility between one quarter mile and one mile in blowing 
  dust expected.

* WHERE...McPherson, Reno, Harvey, Kingman, Sedgwick, Harper and 
  Sumner Counties.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 9 PM CST this evening. 
  For the Blowing Dust Advisory, until 6 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced 
  visibility. 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...The blowing dust will create rapidly 
  deteriorating visibilities making driving dangerous. Slow down 
  and give yourself time to react to changes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment. Bureau of Air,
recommends that you take preventative measures during this dust 
event, such as staying indoors or wearing protective breathing
masks if outside. High dust concentrations can cause respiratory
problems, decrease lung activity, aggravate asthma and lead
to potential heart related problems, especially with children, 
elderly or those with pre-existing respiratory conditions.

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.

&&

$$

KSZ032-033-047>050-160300-
/O.CON.KICT.HW.W.0006.000000T0000Z-211216T0300Z/
/O.CON.KICT.DU.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-211215T2200Z/
Russell-Lincoln-Barton-Ellsworth-Saline-Rice-
Including the cities of Russell, Lincoln, Sylvan Grove, 
Great Bend, Ellsworth, Wilson, Salina, Lyons, and Sterling
108 PM CST Wed Dec 15 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...BLOWING DUST ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, southwest winds 35 to 55 mph 
  with gusts up to 70 mph. For the Blowing Dust Advisory, 
  visibility between one quarter mile and one mile in blowing 
  dust expected.

* WHERE...Russell, Lincoln, Barton, Ellsworth, Saline and Rice 
  Counties.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 9 PM CST this evening. 
  For the Blowing Dust Advisory, until 4 PM CST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced 
  visibility. 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...The blowing dust will create rapidly 
  deteriorating visibilities making driving dangerous. Slow down 
  and give yourself time to react to changes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment. Bureau of Air,
recommends that you take preventative measures during this dust
event, such as staying indoors or wearing protective breathing
masks if outside. High dust concentrations can cause respiratory
problems, decrease lung activity, aggravate asthma and lead to
potential heart related problems, especially with children,
elderly or those with pre-existing respiratory conditions.

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.

&&

$$

KSZ052-053-069-070-093-094-098-160300-
/O.CON.KICT.HW.W.0006.000000T0000Z-211216T0300Z/
Marion-Chase-Butler-Greenwood-Cowley-Elk-Chautauqua-
Including the cities of Hillsboro, Marion, Peabody, 
Cottonwood Falls, Strong City, El Dorado, Augusta, Andover, 
Rose Hill, Eureka, Madison, Winfield, Arkansas City, Howard, 
Moline, Longton, Grenola, Sedan, and Cedar Vale
108 PM CST Wed Dec 15 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph 
  expected.

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

* WHEN...From 9 AM to 9 PM CST Wednesday.

* 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...Blowing dust will be possible and would 
  reduce visibilities making travel under these conditions 
  hazardous. Visibilities may drop to under one mile at times.

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.

&&

$$

KSZ071-072-095-096-099-100-160300-
/O.CON.KICT.WI.Y.0020.000000T0000Z-211216T0300Z/
Woodson-Allen-Wilson-Neosho-Montgomery-Labette-
Including the cities of Yates Center, Iola, Humboldt, Neodesha, 
Fredonia, Chanute, Coffeyville, Independence, and Parsons
108 PM CST Wed Dec 15 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Far southeast Kansas.

* WHEN...From 9 AM to 9 PM CST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing dust will be possible and would 
  reduce visibilities making travel under these conditions 
  hazardous.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

Metzger
571 
WWUS73 KICT 152127
NPWICT

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Wichita KS
327 PM CST Wed Dec 15 2021

KSZ032-033-047>051-067-068-082-083-091-092-160300-
/O.EXT.KICT.DU.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-211216T0200Z/
/O.CON.KICT.HW.W.0006.000000T0000Z-211216T0300Z/
Russell-Lincoln-Barton-Ellsworth-Saline-Rice-McPherson-Reno-
Harvey-Kingman-Sedgwick-Harper-Sumner-
Including the cities of Russell, Lincoln, Sylvan Grove, 
Great Bend, Ellsworth, Wilson, Salina, Lyons, Sterling, 
McPherson, Hutchinson, Newton, Kingman, Derby, Haysville, 
Bel Aire, Park City, Valley Center, Wichita, Anthony, Harper, 
Attica, and Wellington
327 PM CST Wed Dec 15 2021

...BLOWING DUST ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, southwest winds 30 to 50 mph 
  with gusts up to 70 mph. For the Blowing Dust Advisory, 
  visibility between one quarter mile and one mile in blowing 
  dust expected.

* WHERE...McPherson, Reno, Harvey, Kingman, Sedgwick, Harper and 
  Sumner Counties.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 9 PM CST this evening. 
  For the Blowing Dust Advisory, until 8 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced 
  visibility. 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...The blowing dust will create rapidly 
  deteriorating visibilities making driving dangerous. Slow down 
  and give yourself time to react to changes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment. Bureau of Air,
recommends that you take preventative measures during this dust
event, such as staying indoors or wearing protective breathing
masks if outside. High dust concentrations can cause respiratory
problems, decrease lung activity, aggravate asthma and lead to
potential heart related problems, especially with children,
elderly or those with pre-existing respiratory conditions.

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.

&&

$$

KSZ052-053-069-070-093-160300-
/O.EXB.KICT.DU.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-211216T0200Z/
/O.CON.KICT.HW.W.0006.000000T0000Z-211216T0300Z/
Marion-Chase-Butler-Greenwood-Cowley-
Including the cities of Hillsboro, Marion, Peabody, 
Cottonwood Falls, Strong City, El Dorado, Augusta, Andover, 
Rose Hill, Eureka, Madison, Winfield, and Arkansas City
327 PM CST Wed Dec 15 2021

...BLOWING DUST ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CST THIS EVENING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, southwest winds 30 to 40 mph 
  with gusts up to 55 mph. For the Blowing Dust Advisory, 
  visibility between one quarter mile and one mile in blowing 
  dust.

* WHERE...Marion, Chase, Butler, Greenwood and Cowley Counties.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 9 PM CST this evening. 
  For the Blowing Dust Advisory, until 8 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced 
  visibility. 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...The blowing dust will create rapidly 
  deteriorating visibilities making driving dangerous. Slow down 
  and give yourself time to react to changes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment. Bureau of Air,
recommends that you take preventative measures during this dust 
event, such as staying indoors or wearing protective breathing
masks if outside. High dust concentrations can cause respiratory
problems, decrease lung activity, aggravate asthma and lead
to potential heart related problems, especially with children, 
elderly or those with pre-existing respiratory conditions.

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.

&&

$$

KSZ094-098-160300-
/O.CON.KICT.HW.W.0006.000000T0000Z-211216T0300Z/
Elk-Chautauqua-
Including the cities of Howard, Moline, Longton, Grenola, Sedan, 
and Cedar Vale
327 PM CST Wed Dec 15 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph 
  expected.

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

* WHEN...From 9 AM to 9 PM CST Wednesday.

* 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...Blowing dust will be possible and would 
  reduce visibilities making travel under these conditions 
  hazardous. Visibilities may drop to under one mile at times.

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.

&&

$$

KSZ071-072-095-096-099-100-160300-
/O.CON.KICT.WI.Y.0020.000000T0000Z-211216T0300Z/
Woodson-Allen-Wilson-Neosho-Montgomery-Labette-
Including the cities of Yates Center, Iola, Humboldt, Neodesha, 
Fredonia, Chanute, Coffeyville, Independence, and Parsons
327 PM CST Wed Dec 15 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Far southeast Kansas.

* WHEN...From 9 AM to 9 PM CST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing dust will be possible and would 
  reduce visibilities making travel under these conditions 
  hazardous.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

Metzger
196 
WWUS73 KICT 160202
NPWICT

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Wichita KS
802 PM CST Wed Dec 15 2021

KSZ032-033-047>053-067>070-082-083-091>093-160315-
/O.EXP.KICT.DU.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-211216T0200Z/
/O.CON.KICT.HW.W.0006.000000T0000Z-211216T0300Z/
Russell-Lincoln-Barton-Ellsworth-Saline-Rice-McPherson-Marion-
Chase-Reno-Harvey-Butler-Greenwood-Kingman-Sedgwick-Harper-Sumner-
Cowley-
Including the cities of Russell, Lincoln, Sylvan Grove, 
Great Bend, Ellsworth, Wilson, Salina, Lyons, Sterling, 
McPherson, Hillsboro, Marion, Peabody, Cottonwood Falls, 
Strong City, Hutchinson, Newton, El Dorado, Augusta, Andover, 
Rose Hill, Eureka, Madison, Kingman, Derby, Haysville, Bel Aire, 
Park City, Valley Center, Wichita, Anthony, Harper, Attica, 
Wellington, Winfield, and Arkansas City
802 PM CST Wed Dec 15 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...BLOWING DUST ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...

* WHAT...West winds 10 to 20 mph will continue to diminish this
  evening.

* WHERE...McPherson, Reno, Harvey, Kingman, Sedgwick, Harper and 
  Sumner Counties.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 9 PM CST this evening. 
  For the Blowing Dust Advisory, until 8 PM CST this evening.

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


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.

&&

$$

KSZ094-098-160315-
/O.CON.KICT.HW.W.0006.000000T0000Z-211216T0300Z/
Elk-Chautauqua-
Including the cities of Howard, Moline, Longton, Grenola, Sedan, 
and Cedar Vale
802 PM CST Wed Dec 15 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph 
  expected.

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

* WHEN...From 9 AM to 9 PM CST Wednesday.

* 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...Blowing dust will be possible and would 
  reduce visibilities making travel under these conditions 
  hazardous. Visibilities may drop to under one mile at times.

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.

&&

$$

KSZ071-072-095-096-099-100-160315-
/O.CON.KICT.WI.Y.0020.000000T0000Z-211216T0300Z/
Woodson-Allen-Wilson-Neosho-Montgomery-Labette-
Including the cities of Yates Center, Iola, Humboldt, Neodesha, 
Fredonia, Chanute, Coffeyville, Independence, and Parsons
802 PM CST Wed Dec 15 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Far southeast Kansas.

* WHEN...From 9 AM to 9 PM CST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing dust will be possible and would 
  reduce visibilities making travel under these conditions 
  hazardous.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this blowing dust advisory went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Wichita, KS wrote its last area forecast discussion before this blowing dust advisory went out at Dec 15, 11:42 AM CST, 6 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Dec 15, 11:42 AM CST, 6 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Wichita KS
1142 AM CST Wed Dec 15 2021

.SHORT TERM...(Today through Friday night)
Issued at 254 AM CST Wed Dec 15 2021

Key Message:  A historic extreme wind event and extreme to possibly
catastrophic fire danger is set to occur today. High Wind and Red
Flag Warnings are in effect for north and south-central Kansas.

Southerly flow will usher in low level moisture return this morning
over central, southern, and southeastern Kansas. Should see cloud
cover linger over southeast Kansas today with the continued moisture
return. There will be a chance for severe storms this evening over
extreme southeast Kansas, however a very strong elevated mixed layer
will likely put a cap on any storm that attempts to grow vertical.

An absolutely extraordinary low level jet will set up over our area
today. Very warm temperatures in combination with extremely dry
conditions will allow for winds to mix down. ECMWF is showing 850mb
winds of 70 to 80 knots across our area and 700mb winds of 80 to 90
knots. Can't rule out 60 to 70 knot gusts for areas that mix out
well, particularly in north-central Kansas. Along with the winds
areas west of the Kansas Turnpike may see reduced visibilities due
to blow dust due to how dry it's been over the last month.

Things quiet down tomorrow behind the front with cooler temperatures
in place. Tomorrow and Friday will feel more seasonal but highs will
still be above average for this time of year. Could see some
moisture return tomorrow night into Friday that leads to light rain
over southeast Kansas.

.LONG TERM...(Saturday through Tuesday)
Issued at 254 AM CST Wed Dec 15 2021

Run to run consistency has been poor over the past few runs, but the
models seem to be in fairly good unison with changes in the extended
range. Trend today has been for a more zonal to slightly ridged
pattern for us towards the end of the weekend and start of the week.
This would keep temperatures above average, but nothing like what
we've seen the last week or so.

Williams

&&

.AVIATION...(For the 18Z TAFS through 18Z Thursday afternoon)
Issued at 1138 AM CST Wed Dec 15 2021

Very high winds and blowing dust will cause problems across the
region today. KRSL, KGBD and KSLN are the most likely to have
significant issues with the dust with visibilities likely to drop
below 1 mile at times this afternoon. Winds will also be an issue
with KCNU is the most likely terminal to avoid this higher winds.
KICT, KHUT are likely to see gusts approach 55kts while KSLN, KRSL
and KGBD likely to see gusts up to 60-65kts this afternoon. After
00Z, the winds will die off with the gusty winds ending after 06Z
tonight.

Metzger

&&

.FIRE WEATHER...
Issued at 254 AM CST Wed Dec 15 2021

An extreme to potentially catastrophic fire weather day is expected
today. Strong damaging winds will be accompanied with very warm
temperatures and very dry RH values into the teens and mid 20s west
of the Kansas Turnpike behind a dryline that will progress through
the region this afternoon. Fire weather values are maxing out over
north-central and central Kansas where all fire parameters are
present and in abundance. A Red Flag Warning is in effect for these
regions for most of the daytime hours today.

The progression of the dryline will determine how high the fire
danger will be for southeast Kansas. Due to how dry it's been and
how strong the system looks to be, we could see the dryline progress
faster than expected. In that case the potential for stronger winds
would progress east as well. Ahead of the dryline cloud cover will
likely remain, keeping winds and the fire danger down some. For now
we have decided to downgrade the Fire Watch for our two southeastern
rows of counties due to uncertainty in the position of the dry
line.

&&

.PRELIMINARY POINT TEMPS/POPS...
Wichita-KICT    75  34  53  31 /  10   0   0   0
Hutchinson      75  31  51  28 /  10   0   0   0
Newton          74  33  51  31 /  10   0   0   0
ElDorado        73  35  52  33 /  10  10   0   0
Winfield-KWLD   75  36  55  34 /  10  10   0  10
Russell         72  27  50  24 /  10   0   0   0
Great Bend      73  27  50  25 /  10   0   0   0
Salina          75  30  51  26 /  10   0   0   0
McPherson       74  31  50  27 /  10   0   0   0
Coffeyville     75  41  55  39 /  10  50   0  20
Chanute         74  39  54  37 /  20  50   0  10
Iola            74  38  53  36 /  30  50   0  10
Parsons-KPPF    74  40  55  38 /  20  50   0  20

&&

.ICT WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
Wind Advisory until 9 PM CST this evening for KSZ071-072-095-096-
099-100.

High Wind Warning until 9 PM CST this evening for KSZ032-033-
047>053-067>070-082-083-091>094-098.

Red Flag Warning until 9 PM CST this evening for KSZ032-033-
047>053-067>070-082-083-091>094-098.

&&

SHORT TERM...CRW
LONG TERM...CRW
AVIATION...Metzger
FIRE WEATHER...CRW
Hazardous weather outlook, Dec 15, 3:19 AM CST, 8 hours 29 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Wichita KS
319 AM CST Wed Dec 15 2021

KSZ032-033-047>053-067>072-082-083-091>096-098>100-160930-
Russell-Lincoln-Barton-Ellsworth-Saline-Rice-McPherson-Marion-Chase-
Reno-Harvey-Butler-Greenwood-Woodson-Allen-Kingman-Sedgwick-Harper-
Sumner-Cowley-Elk-Wilson-Neosho-Chautauqua-Montgomery-Labette-
319 AM CST Wed Dec 15 2021

This hazardous weather outlook is for portions of Central Kansas,
South Central Kansas and Southeast Kansas.

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight

A high wind warning has been issued for much of central and south
central Kansas today. Damaging winds with gusts to around 70 mph
will be possible, with the strongest winds across portions of
central Kansas. See the latest high wind warning for additional
details.

The strong winds this afternoon will lead to an extreme to
potentially catastrophic grassland fire day. A red flag warning has
been issued for most areas except far southeast Kansas. See the
latest fire weather product for additional details.

A wind advisory has been issued for far southeast Kansas. Winds of
35 mph with gusts close to 50 mph are possible.

There is a slight chance for thunderstorms this evening across
southeast Kansas. Any storm that forms will have the potential to be
strong or severe. Damaging winds would be the primary threat.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not anticipated today or tonight.

&&

For a graphical version of this information, see our webpage at:
https://weather.gov/crh/ghwo?sid=ict

In the hours before

Local storm report, Dec 15, 10:30 AM CST, 1 hour 18 minutes before
PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE WICHITA KS
1030 AM CST WED DEC 15 2021

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

1028 AM     NON-TSTM WND DMG 2 NNW ANDOVER           37.72N 97.16W
12/15/2021                   SEDGWICK           KS   BROADCAST MEDIA

            KAKE NEWS REPORTED POWERLINE DOWN AT 159TH E
            AND 21ST NEAR ANDOVER.

&&
Local storm report, Dec 15, 11:15 AM CST, 33 minutes before
PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE WICHITA KS
1115 AM CST WED DEC 15 2021

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

1054 AM     NON-TSTM WND GST 3 ESE BEL AIRE          37.75N 97.22W
12/15/2021  M58 MPH          SEDGWICK           KS   ASOS

            ASOS STATION KAAO COLONEL JAMES JABARA
            AIRPORT.

&&
Local storm report, Dec 15, 11:29 AM CST, 19 minutes before
PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE WICHITA KS
1129 AM CST WED DEC 15 2021

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

1127 AM     NON-TSTM WND DMG ARLINGTON               37.90N 98.17W
12/15/2021                   RENO               KS   911 CALL CENTER

            TREE DOWN IN ARLINGTON.

&&

JC
Local storm report, Dec 15, 11:34 AM CST, 14 minutes before
PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE WICHITA KS
1134 AM CST WED DEC 15 2021

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

1115 AM     NON-TSTM WND GST LYONS                   38.35N 98.20W
12/15/2021  M56 MPH          RICE               KS   AWOS

&&
Local storm report, Dec 15, 11:47 AM CST, 1 minute before
PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE WICHITA KS
1147 AM CST WED DEC 15 2021

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

1140 AM     NON-TSTM WND GST 3 E HUTCHINSON          38.07N 97.87W
12/15/2021  M60 MPH          RENO               KS   ASOS

            ASOS STATION KHUT HUTCHINSON MUNICIPAL
            AIRPORT.

&&

JC

The office that day

Everything else NWS Wichita, KS issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Dec 15, 1:33 PM CSTSevere Thunderstorm Warning Destructive damage threatICTBarton, Ellsworth, Lincoln, Rice, Russell57 min
Dec 15, 2:12 PM CSTSevere Thunderstorm Warning Considerable damage threatICTEllsworth, McPherson, Saline78 min
Dec 15, 3:10 PM CSTSevere Thunderstorm Warning Considerable damage threatICTHarvey, McPherson, Marion80 min
Dec 15, 4:11 PM CSTSevere Thunderstorm Warning Considerable damage threatICTButler, Chase, Greenwood, Sedgwick94 min
Dec 15, 4:57 PM CSTSevere Thunderstorm Warning Considerable damage threatICTButler, Chautauqua, Cowley, Elk, Sumner78 min
Dec 15, 5:22 PM CSTSevere Thunderstorm Warning Considerable damage threatICTElk, Greenwood, Wilson, Woodson53 min

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