Alert archive / Kansas / High Wind Watches in 2021
High Wind Watch 4, NWS Wichita, KS
NWS Wichita, KS issued this high wind watch at Dec 13, 2021, 2:57 AM CST for 24 counties in Kansas. It took effect at Dec 15, 2021, 9:00 AM CST. It was in force for .
The area
The counties it named.
The facts
- Issued
- Dec 13, 2021, 2:57 AM CST (08:57 UTC)
- In effect from
- Dec 15, 2021, 9:00 AM CST
- Expired
- Dec 14, 2021, 2:16 PM CST
- In force
- Issued by
- NWS Wichita, KS
All 24 counties
Allen County, KS, Barton County, KS, Butler County, KS, Chase County, KS, Chautauqua County, KS, Cowley County, KS, Elk 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, Montgomery County, KS, Reno County, KS, Rice County, KS, Russell County, KS, Saline County, KS, Sedgwick County, KS, Sumner County, KS, Wilson County, KS, Woodson County, KS
The radar
The Wichita radar (KICT), 40 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 09:01 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
Topeka, KS (KTOP), launched 00:00Z, 9.0 hours before the alert went out and 178 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.
- Mixed-layer CAPE
- 0 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- No buoyant parcel
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 2220 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 56 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- 248 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 249 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
379 WWUS73 KICT 130857 NPWICT URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wichita KS 257 AM CST Mon Dec 13 2021 KSZ032-033-047>053-067>070-082-083-091>093-132300- /O.NEW.KICT.HW.A.0004.211215T1500Z-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 257 AM CST Mon Dec 13 2021 ...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY MORNING THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible. * WHERE...Portions of Central, South Central and Southeast Kansas. * WHEN...From 9 AM Wednesday morning until 9 PM Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds. && $$
3 follow-up statements
468 WWUS73 KICT 132225 NPWICT URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wichita KS 425 PM CST Mon Dec 13 2021 KSZ032-033-047>053-067>070-082-083-091>093-141230- /O.CON.KICT.HW.A.0004.211215T1500Z-211216T0300Z/ Russell-Lincoln-Barton-Ellsworth-Saline-Rice-McPherson-Marion- Chase-Reno-Harvey-Butler-Greenwood-Kingman-Sedgwick-Harper-Sumner- Cowley- Including the cities of Russell, Lincoln, Sylvan Grove, Great Bend, Ellsworth, Wilson, Salina, Lyons, Sterling, McPherson, Hillsboro, Marion, Peabody, Cottonwood Falls, Strong City, Hutchinson, Newton, El Dorado, Augusta, Andover, Rose Hill, Eureka, Madison, Kingman, Derby, Haysville, Bel Aire, Park City, Valley Center, Wichita, Anthony, Harper, Attica, Wellington, Winfield, and Arkansas City 425 PM CST Mon Dec 13 2021 ...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY MORNING THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 45 mph with gusts exceeding 65 mph possible. * WHERE...Portions of Central, South Central and Southeast Kansas. * WHEN...From 9 AM Wednesday morning until 9 PM Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages and areas of blowing dirt are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of blowing dirt may reduce visibilities at times. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds. && $$
601 WWUS73 KICT 140914 NPWICT URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wichita KS 314 AM CST Tue Dec 14 2021 KSZ032-033-047>053-067>070-082-083-142315- /O.UPG.KICT.HW.A.0004.211215T1500Z-211216T0300Z/ /O.NEW.KICT.HW.W.0006.211215T1500Z-211216T0300Z/ Russell-Lincoln-Barton-Ellsworth-Saline-Rice-McPherson-Marion- Chase-Reno-Harvey-Butler-Greenwood-Kingman-Sedgwick- 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, and Wichita 314 AM CST Tue Dec 14 2021 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 9 PM CST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 30 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. 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. && $$ KSZ071-072-094-095-098-099-142315- /O.EXA.KICT.HW.A.0004.211215T1500Z-211216T0300Z/ Woodson-Allen-Elk-Wilson-Chautauqua-Montgomery- Including the cities of Yates Center, Iola, Humboldt, Howard, Moline, Longton, Grenola, Neodesha, Fredonia, Sedan, Cedar Vale, Coffeyville, and Independence 314 AM CST Tue Dec 14 2021 ...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY MORNING THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING... * WHAT...South winds 20 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph possible. * WHERE...Woodson, Allen, Elk, Wilson, Chautauqua and Montgomery Counties. * WHEN...From 9 AM Wednesday morning until 9 PM Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages and areas of blowing dirt are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of blowing dirt may reduce visibilities at times. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds. && $$ KSZ091>093-142315- /O.CON.KICT.HW.A.0004.211215T1500Z-211216T0300Z/ Harper-Sumner-Cowley- Including the cities of Anthony, Harper, Attica, Wellington, Winfield, and Arkansas City 314 AM CST Tue Dec 14 2021 ...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY MORNING THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 45 mph with gusts exceeding 65 mph possible. * WHERE...Portions of Central, South Central and Southeast Kansas. * WHEN...From 9 AM Wednesday morning until 9 PM Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages and areas of blowing dirt are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of blowing dirt may reduce visibilities at times. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds. && $$
349 WWUS73 KICT 142016 NPWICT URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wichita KS 216 PM CST Tue Dec 14 2021 KSZ032-033-047>053-067>070-082-083-151030- /O.CON.KICT.HW.W.0006.211215T1500Z-211216T0300Z/ Russell-Lincoln-Barton-Ellsworth-Saline-Rice-McPherson-Marion- Chase-Reno-Harvey-Butler-Greenwood-Kingman-Sedgwick- Including the cities of Russell, Lincoln, Sylvan Grove, Great Bend, Ellsworth, Wilson, Salina, Lyons, Sterling, McPherson, Hillsboro, Marion, Peabody, Cottonwood Falls, Strong City, Hutchinson, Newton, El Dorado, Augusta, Andover, Rose Hill, Eureka, Madison, Kingman, Derby, Haysville, Bel Aire, Park City, Valley Center, and Wichita 216 PM CST Tue Dec 14 2021 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 9 PM CST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. * WHERE...Portions of Central, South Central and Southeast Kansas. * WHEN...From 9 AM to 9 PM CST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing dust will be possible and would reduce visibilities making travel under these conditions hazardous. Visibilities may drop to under one mile at times. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ KSZ071-072-091>095-098-099-151030- /O.UPG.KICT.HW.A.0004.211215T1500Z-211216T0300Z/ /O.NEW.KICT.WI.Y.0020.211215T1500Z-211216T0300Z/ Woodson-Allen-Harper-Sumner-Cowley-Elk-Wilson-Chautauqua- Montgomery- Including the cities of Yates Center, Iola, Humboldt, Anthony, Harper, Attica, Wellington, Winfield, Arkansas City, Howard, Moline, Longton, Grenola, Neodesha, Fredonia, Sedan, Cedar Vale, Coffeyville, and Independence 216 PM CST Tue Dec 14 2021 ...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 9 PM CST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Woodson, Allen, Harper, Sumner, Cowley, Elk, Wilson, Chautauqua and Montgomery Counties. * 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. Visibilities may drop to under one mile at times. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ KSZ096-100-151030- /O.NEW.KICT.WI.Y.0020.211215T1500Z-211216T0300Z/ Neosho-Labette- Including the cities of Chanute and Parsons 216 PM CST Tue Dec 14 2021 ...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 9 PM CST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Neosho and Labette Counties. * WHEN...From 9 AM to 9 PM CST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing dust will be possible and would reduce visibilities making travel under these conditions hazardous. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ Ketcham
The office that day
Everything else NWS Wichita, KS issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 13, 4:28 PM CST | Fire Weather Watch | ICT | Allen, Barton, Butler, Chase, Chautauqua, Cowley and 18 more | 35 hr |
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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; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.