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High Wind Warning 14, NWS Dodge City, KS

December 2, 2022Barber County, Pratt County, Stafford County, Kansas

NWS Dodge City, KS issued this high wind warning at Dec 2, 2022, 4:21 PM CST for Barber County, Pratt County, Stafford County, Kansas. It took effect at Dec 2, 2022, 6:00 PM CST. It was in force for 2 hr. 2 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
Dec 2, 2022, 4:21 PM CST (22:21 UTC)
In effect from
Dec 2, 2022, 6:00 PM CST
Expired
Dec 2, 2022, 8:00 PM CST
In force
2 hr
Issued by
NWS Dodge City, KS

Counties Barber County, KS, Pratt County, KS, Stafford County, KS

The radar

The Dodge City radar (KDDC), 111 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 22:20 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
Dec 2, 6:16 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 614 W Pratt, KSMESONET STATION UP392 3.9 W PRATT (UPR).
Dec 2, 6:48 PM CSTNON-TSTM WND GST 672 E Medicine Lodge, KSASOS STATION KP28 MEDICINE LODGE.

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

The nearest sounding before it

Dodge City, (KDDC), launched 12:00Z, 10.4 hours before the alert went out and 105 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 2022-12-02Temperature 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°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Dodge City, at 12:00Z on 2022-12-02The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 46 square meters per square second.1939587897117Sfc1 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
3394 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
53 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
46 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
111 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

642 
WWUS73 KDDC 022221
NPWDDC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Dodge City KS
421 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022

KSZ066-081-090-030200-
/O.CAN.KDDC.HW.W.0013.000000T0000Z-221203T0200Z/
/O.NEW.KDDC.HW.W.0014.221203T0000Z-221203T0200Z/
Stafford-Pratt-Barber-
Including the cities of St. John, Stafford, Macksville, Pratt, 
Medicine Lodge, and Kiowa
421 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...North winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Stafford, Pratt and Barber Counties.

* WHEN...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.

&&

$$

KSZ031-046-030200-
/O.EXA.KDDC.DU.W.0001.000000T0000Z-221203T0100Z/
/O.EXT.KDDC.HW.W.0013.221202T2221Z-221203T0200Z/
Ellis-Rush-
Including the cities of Pfeifer, Hays, and La Crosse
421 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022

...BLOWING DUST WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CST THIS EVENING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Blowing Dust Warning, visibility less than one 
  quarter mile in blowing dust. For the High Wind Warning, 
  northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* WHERE...Ellis and Rush Counties.

* WHEN...For the Blowing Dust Warning, until 7 PM CST this 
  evening. For the High Wind Warning, until 8 PM CST this 
  evening.

* IMPACTS...Severely limited visibilities are expected. Travel
  will be dangerous and possibly life-threatening. 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...

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment recommends that
you take preventative measures during this blowing 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 with respiratory problems should make preparations to stay
indoors until the storm passes. Be ready for a sudden drop in
visibility to near zero. If you encounter blowing dust or blowing
sand on the roadway or see it approaching, pull off the road as
far as possible and put your vehicle in park. Turn the lights all
the way off and keep your foot off the brake pedal. Remember,
Pull Aside, Stay Alive.

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.

&&

$$

KSZ065-079-030200-
/O.EXA.KDDC.DU.W.0001.000000T0000Z-221203T0100Z/
/O.CON.KDDC.HW.W.0013.000000T0000Z-221203T0200Z/
Pawnee-Edwards-
Including the cities of Larned, Kinsley, and Lewis
421 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022

...BLOWING DUST WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CST THIS EVENING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Blowing Dust Warning, visibility less than one 
  quarter mile in blowing dust. For the High Wind Warning, 
  northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* WHERE...Pawnee and Edwards Counties.

* WHEN...For the Blowing Dust Warning, until 7 PM CST this 
  evening. For the High Wind Warning, until 8 PM CST this 
  evening.

* IMPACTS...Severely limited visibilities are expected. Travel
  will be dangerous and possibly life-threatening. 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...

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment recommends that
you take preventative measures during this blowing 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 with respiratory problems should make preparations to stay
indoors until the storm passes. Be ready for a sudden drop in
visibility to near zero. If you encounter blowing dust or blowing
sand on the roadway or see it approaching, pull off the road as
far as possible and put your vehicle in park. Turn the lights all
the way off and keep your foot off the brake pedal. Remember,
Pull Aside, Stay Alive.

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.

&&

$$

KSZ080-089-030200-
/O.EXA.KDDC.DU.W.0001.000000T0000Z-221203T0200Z/
/O.CON.KDDC.HW.W.0013.000000T0000Z-221203T0200Z/
Kiowa-Comanche-
Including the cities of Greensburg, Haviland, Coldwater, 
Lake Coldwater, and Protection
421 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022

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

* WHAT...For the Blowing Dust Warning, visibility less than one 
  quarter mile in blowing dust. For the High Wind Warning, 
  northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Kiowa and Comanche Counties.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Severely limited visibilities are expected. Travel
  will be dangerous and possibly life-threatening. 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...

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment recommends that
you take preventative measures during this blowing 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 with respiratory problems should make preparations to stay
indoors until the storm passes. Be ready for a sudden drop in
visibility to near zero. If you encounter blowing dust or blowing
sand on the roadway or see it approaching, pull off the road as
far as possible and put your vehicle in park. Turn the lights all
the way off and keep your foot off the brake pedal. Remember,
Pull Aside, Stay Alive.

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.

&&

$$

KSZ084-085-030200-
/O.EXA.KDDC.HW.W.0013.000000T0000Z-221203T0000Z/
/O.CON.KDDC.DU.W.0001.000000T0000Z-221203T0200Z/
Morton-Stevens-
Including the cities of Elkhart and Hugoton
421 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS EVENING...
...BLOWING DUST WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Blowing Dust Warning, visibility less than one 
  quarter mile in blowing dust. For the High Wind Warning, 
  northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* WHERE...Morton and Stevens Counties.

* WHEN...For the Blowing Dust Warning, until 8 PM CST this 
  evening. For the High Wind Warning, until 6 PM CST this 
  evening.

* IMPACTS...Severely limited visibilities are expected. Travel
  will be dangerous and possibly life-threatening. 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...

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment recommends that
you take preventative measures during this blowing 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 with respiratory problems should make preparations to stay
indoors until the storm passes. Be ready for a sudden drop in
visibility to near zero. If you encounter blowing dust or blowing
sand on the roadway or see it approaching, pull off the road as
far as possible and put your vehicle in park. Turn the lights all
the way off and keep your foot off the brake pedal. Remember,
Pull Aside, Stay Alive.

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.

&&

$$

KSZ086-030200-
/O.EXA.KDDC.HW.W.0013.000000T0000Z-221203T0200Z/
/O.CON.KDDC.DU.W.0001.000000T0000Z-221203T0200Z/
Seward-
Including the city of Liberal
421 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022

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

* WHAT...For the Blowing Dust Warning, visibility less than one 
  quarter mile in blowing dust. For the High Wind Warning, 
  northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* WHERE...Seward County.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Severely limited visibilities are expected. Travel
  will be dangerous and possibly life-threatening. 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...

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment recommends that
you take preventative measures during this blowing 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 with respiratory problems should make preparations to stay
indoors until the storm passes. Be ready for a sudden drop in
visibility to near zero. If you encounter blowing dust or blowing
sand on the roadway or see it approaching, pull off the road as
far as possible and put your vehicle in park. Turn the lights all
the way off and keep your foot off the brake pedal. Remember,
Pull Aside, Stay Alive.

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.

&&

$$

KSZ030-044-045-063-076-077-030200-
/O.EXT.KDDC.HW.W.0013.221202T2221Z-221203T0200Z/
/O.CON.KDDC.DU.W.0001.000000T0000Z-221203T0100Z/
Trego-Lane-Ness-Finney-Haskell-Gray-
Including the cities of Wakeeney, Dighton, Ness City, 
Garden City, Sublette, Satanta, Cimarron, and Montezuma
421 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CST THIS EVENING...
...BLOWING DUST WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Blowing Dust Warning, visibility less than one 
  quarter mile in blowing dust. For the High Wind Warning, north 
  winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* WHERE...Trego, Lane, Ness, Finney, Haskell and Gray Counties.

* WHEN...For the Blowing Dust Warning, until 7 PM CST this 
  evening. For the High Wind Warning, until 8 PM CST this 
  evening.

* IMPACTS...Severely limited visibilities are expected. Travel 
  will be dangerous and possibly life-threatening. 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...

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment recommends that
you take preventative measures during this blowing 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 with respiratory problems should make preparations to stay
indoors until the storm passes. Be ready for a sudden drop in
visibility to near zero. If you encounter blowing dust or blowing
sand on the roadway or see it approaching, pull off the road as
far as possible and put your vehicle in park. Turn the lights all
the way off and keep your foot off the brake pedal. Remember,
Pull Aside, Stay Alive.

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.

&&

$$

KSZ043-030200-
/O.EXT.KDDC.HW.W.0013.000000T0000Z-221203T0200Z/
/O.CON.KDDC.DU.W.0001.000000T0000Z-221203T0100Z/
Scott-
Including the cities of Scott City and Scott State Lake
421 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CST THIS EVENING...
...BLOWING DUST WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Blowing Dust Warning, visibility less than one 
  quarter mile in blowing dust. For the High Wind Warning, north 
  winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Scott County.

* WHEN...For the Blowing Dust Warning, until 7 PM CST this 
  evening. For the High Wind Warning, until 8 PM CST this 
  evening.

* IMPACTS...Severely limited visibilities are expected. Travel 
  will be dangerous and possibly life-threatening. 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...

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment recommends that
you take preventative measures during this blowing 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 with respiratory problems should make preparations to stay
indoors until the storm passes. Be ready for a sudden drop in
visibility to near zero. If you encounter blowing dust or blowing
sand on the roadway or see it approaching, pull off the road as
far as possible and put your vehicle in park. Turn the lights all
the way off and keep your foot off the brake pedal. Remember,
Pull Aside, Stay Alive.

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.

&&

$$

KSZ087-030200-
/O.EXT.KDDC.HW.W.0013.221202T2221Z-221203T0200Z/
/O.CON.KDDC.DU.W.0001.000000T0000Z-221203T0200Z/
Meade-
Including the cities of Meade, Plains City, and Fowler
421 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022

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

* WHAT...For the Blowing Dust Warning, visibility less than one 
  quarter mile in blowing dust. For the High Wind Warning, 
  northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Meade County.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Severely limited visibilities are expected. Travel 
  will be dangerous and possibly life-threatening. 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...

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment recommends that
you take preventative measures during this blowing 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 with respiratory problems should make preparations to stay
indoors until the storm passes. Be ready for a sudden drop in
visibility to near zero. If you encounter blowing dust or blowing
sand on the roadway or see it approaching, pull off the road as
far as possible and put your vehicle in park. Turn the lights all
the way off and keep your foot off the brake pedal. Remember,
Pull Aside, Stay Alive.

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.

&&

$$

KSZ061-062-074-075-030100-
/O.CON.KDDC.DU.W.0001.000000T0000Z-221203T0100Z/
/O.CON.KDDC.HW.W.0013.000000T0000Z-221203T0000Z/
Hamilton-Kearny-Stanton-Grant-
Including the cities of Syracuse, Lakin, Deerfield, Johnson City,
and Ulysses
421 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022 /321 PM MST Fri Dec 2 2022/

...BLOWING DUST WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Blowing Dust Warning, visibility less than one 
  quarter mile in blowing dust. For the High Wind Warning, 
  northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* WHERE...Hamilton, Kearny, Stanton and Grant Counties.

* WHEN...For the Blowing Dust Warning, until 7 PM CST this 
  evening. For the High Wind Warning, until 6 PM CST this 
  evening.

* IMPACTS...Severely limited visibilities are expected. Travel 
  will be dangerous and possibly life-threatening. 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...

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment recommends that
you take preventative measures during this blowing 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 with respiratory problems should make preparations to stay
indoors until the storm passes. Be ready for a sudden drop in
visibility to near zero. If you encounter blowing dust or blowing
sand on the roadway or see it approaching, pull off the road as
far as possible and put your vehicle in park. Turn the lights all
the way off and keep your foot off the brake pedal. Remember,
Pull Aside, Stay Alive.

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.

&&

$$

KSZ064-030200-
/O.CON.KDDC.DU.W.0001.000000T0000Z-221203T0100Z/
/O.CON.KDDC.HW.W.0013.000000T0000Z-221203T0200Z/
Hodgeman-
Including the cities of Jetmore and Hanston
421 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022

...BLOWING DUST WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Blowing Dust Warning, visibility less than one 
  quarter mile in blowing dust. For the High Wind Warning, north 
  winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* WHERE...Hodgeman County.

* WHEN...For the Blowing Dust Warning, until 7 PM CST this 
  evening. For the High Wind Warning, until 8 PM CST this 
  evening.

* IMPACTS...Severely limited visibilities are expected. Travel 
  will be dangerous and possibly life-threatening. 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...

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment recommends that
you take preventative measures during this blowing 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 with respiratory problems should make preparations to stay
indoors until the storm passes. Be ready for a sudden drop in
visibility to near zero. If you encounter blowing dust or blowing
sand on the roadway or see it approaching, pull off the road as
far as possible and put your vehicle in park. Turn the lights all
the way off and keep your foot off the brake pedal. Remember,
Pull Aside, Stay Alive.

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.

&&

$$

KSZ078-088-030200-
/O.CON.KDDC.DU.W.0001.000000T0000Z-221203T0200Z/
/O.CON.KDDC.HW.W.0013.000000T0000Z-221203T0200Z/
Ford-Clark-
Including the cities of Dodge City, Ashland, and Minneola
421 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022

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

* WHAT...For the Blowing Dust Warning, visibility less than one 
  quarter mile in blowing dust. For the High Wind Warning, 
  northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* WHERE...Ford and Clark Counties.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Severely limited visibilities are expected. Travel 
  will be dangerous and possibly life-threatening. 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...

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment recommends that
you take preventative measures during this blowing 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 with respiratory problems should make preparations to stay
indoors until the storm passes. Be ready for a sudden drop in
visibility to near zero. If you encounter blowing dust or blowing
sand on the roadway or see it approaching, pull off the road as
far as possible and put your vehicle in park. Turn the lights all
the way off and keep your foot off the brake pedal. Remember,
Pull Aside, Stay Alive.

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.

&&

$$
3 follow-up statements
003 
WWUS73 KDDC 030030
NPWDDC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Dodge City KS
630 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022

KSZ064-076-077-030130-
/O.CAN.KDDC.HW.W.0013.000000T0000Z-221203T0200Z/
/O.EXP.KDDC.DU.W.0001.000000T0000Z-221203T0100Z/
Hodgeman-Haskell-Gray-
Including the cities of Jetmore, Hanston, Sublette, Satanta, 
Cimarron, and Montezuma
630 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...
...BLOWING DUST WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 7 PM CST THIS EVENING...

$$

KSZ030-043>045-063-030130-
/O.CAN.KDDC.DU.W.0001.000000T0000Z-221203T0100Z/
/O.CAN.KDDC.HW.W.0013.000000T0000Z-221203T0200Z/
Trego-Scott-Lane-Ness-Finney-
Including the cities of Wakeeney, Scott City, Scott State Lake, 
Dighton, Ness City, and Garden City
630 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022

...BLOWING DUST WARNING IS CANCELLED...
...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...

$$

KSZ061-062-030130-
/O.CAN.KDDC.DU.W.0001.000000T0000Z-221203T0100Z/
Hamilton-Kearny-
Including the cities of Syracuse, Lakin, and Deerfield
630 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022 /530 PM MST Fri Dec 2 2022/

...BLOWING DUST WARNING IS CANCELLED...

$$

KSZ031-046-065-079-030200-
/O.EXP.KDDC.DU.W.0001.000000T0000Z-221203T0100Z/
/O.CON.KDDC.HW.W.0013.000000T0000Z-221203T0200Z/
Ellis-Rush-Pawnee-Edwards-
Including the cities of Pfeifer, Hays, La Crosse, Larned, 
Kinsley, and Lewis
630 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...BLOWING DUST WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 7 PM CST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...North winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* WHERE...Ellis, Rush, Pawnee and Edwards Counties.

* WHEN...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...

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment recommends that
you take preventative measures during this blowing 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.

&&

$$

KSZ074-075-030130-
/O.EXP.KDDC.DU.W.0001.000000T0000Z-221203T0100Z/
Stanton-Grant-
Including the cities of Johnson City and Ulysses
630 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022

...BLOWING DUST WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 7 PM CST THIS EVENING...

$$

KSZ078-080-086>089-030200-
/O.CON.KDDC.DU.W.0001.000000T0000Z-221203T0200Z/
/O.CON.KDDC.HW.W.0013.000000T0000Z-221203T0200Z/
Ford-Kiowa-Seward-Meade-Clark-Comanche-
Including the cities of Dodge City, Greensburg, Haviland, 
Liberal, Meade, Plains City, Fowler, Ashland, Minneola, 
Coldwater, Lake Coldwater, and Protection
630 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022

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

* WHAT...For the Blowing Dust Warning, visibility less than one 
  quarter mile in blowing dust. For the High Wind Warning, north 
  winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* WHERE...Ford, Kiowa, Seward, Meade, Clark and Comanche 
  Counties.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Severely limited visibilities are expected. Travel 
  will be dangerous and possibly life-threatening. 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...

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment recommends that
you take preventative measures during this blowing 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 with respiratory problems should make preparations to stay
indoors until the storm passes. Be ready for a sudden drop in
visibility to near zero. If you encounter blowing dust or blowing
sand on the roadway or see it approaching, pull off the road as
far as possible and put your vehicle in park. Turn the lights all
the way off and keep your foot off the brake pedal. Remember,
Pull Aside, Stay Alive.

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.

&&

$$

KSZ084-085-030200-
/O.CON.KDDC.DU.W.0001.000000T0000Z-221203T0200Z/
Morton-Stevens-
Including the cities of Elkhart and Hugoton
630 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022

...BLOWING DUST WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Visibility less than one quarter mile in blowing dust.

* WHERE...Morton and Stevens Counties.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Severely limited visibilities are expected. Travel 
  will be dangerous and possibly life-threatening.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment recommends that
you take preventative measures during this blowing 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 with respiratory problems should make preparations to stay
indoors until the storm passes. Be ready for a sudden drop in
visibility to near zero. If you encounter blowing dust or blowing
sand on the roadway or see it approaching, pull off the road as
far as possible and put your vehicle in park. Turn the lights all
the way off and keep your foot off the brake pedal. Remember,
Pull Aside, Stay Alive.

&&

$$

KSZ066-081-090-030200-
/O.CON.KDDC.HW.W.0014.000000T0000Z-221203T0200Z/
Stafford-Pratt-Barber-
Including the cities of St. John, Stafford, Macksville, Pratt, 
Medicine Lodge, and Kiowa
630 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...North winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Stafford, Pratt and Barber Counties.

* WHEN...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.

&&

$$
309 
WWUS73 KDDC 030102
NPWDDC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Dodge City KS
702 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022

KSZ089-030215-
/O.CAN.KDDC.DU.W.0001.000000T0000Z-221203T0200Z/
/O.CON.KDDC.HW.W.0013.000000T0000Z-221203T0200Z/
Comanche-
Including the cities of Coldwater, Lake Coldwater, and Protection
702 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...BLOWING DUST WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...North winds around 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* WHERE...Comanche County.

* WHEN...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...

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment recommends that
you take preventative measures during this blowing 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.

&&

$$

KSZ078-080-086>088-030215-
/O.CAN.KDDC.DU.W.0001.000000T0000Z-221203T0200Z/
/O.CAN.KDDC.HW.W.0013.000000T0000Z-221203T0200Z/
Ford-Kiowa-Seward-Meade-Clark-
Including the cities of Dodge City, Greensburg, Haviland, 
Liberal, Meade, Plains City, Fowler, Ashland, and Minneola
702 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022

...BLOWING DUST WARNING IS CANCELLED...
...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...

$$

KSZ084-085-030215-
/O.CAN.KDDC.DU.W.0001.000000T0000Z-221203T0200Z/
Morton-Stevens-
Including the cities of Elkhart and Hugoton
702 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022

...BLOWING DUST WARNING IS CANCELLED...

$$

KSZ066-030215-
/O.CAN.KDDC.HW.W.0014.000000T0000Z-221203T0200Z/
Stafford-
Including the cities of St. John, Stafford, and Macksville
702 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...

$$

KSZ031-046-065-079-030215-
/O.CAN.KDDC.HW.W.0013.000000T0000Z-221203T0200Z/
Ellis-Rush-Pawnee-Edwards-
Including the cities of Pfeifer, Hays, La Crosse, Larned, 
Kinsley, and Lewis
702 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...

$$

KSZ081-090-030215-
/O.CON.KDDC.HW.W.0014.000000T0000Z-221203T0200Z/
Pratt-Barber-
Including the cities of Pratt, Medicine Lodge, and Kiowa
702 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...North winds around 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Pratt and Barber Counties.

* WHEN...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.

&&

$$
707 
WWUS73 KDDC 030202
NPWDDC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Dodge City KS
802 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022

KSZ081-090-030315-
/O.EXP.KDDC.HW.W.0014.000000T0000Z-221203T0200Z/
Pratt-Barber-
Including the cities of Pratt, Medicine Lodge, and Kiowa
802 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING HAS EXPIRED...

$$

KSZ089-030315-
/O.EXP.KDDC.HW.W.0013.000000T0000Z-221203T0200Z/
Comanche-
Including the cities of Coldwater, Lake Coldwater, and Protection
802 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING HAS EXPIRED...


$$

What forecasters said that day

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

NWS Dodge City, KS wrote its last area forecast discussion before this high wind warning went out at Dec 2, 3:52 PM CST, 29 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Dec 2, 3:52 PM CST, 29 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Dodge City KS
352 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022

.SHORT TERM...(This evening through Saturday night)
Issued at 334 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022

A dust storm was moving into western Kansas this afternoon behind
a strong cold front.This front will sweep through Dodge City by 5
pm and Medicine Lodge by 7 pm. The high wind warning was expanded
and a dust storm warning may have to be expanded father southeast.
After the high winds and blowing dust subside this evening,
expect clearing skies and reducing winds, with lows in the teens
to lower 20s. With sunshine Saturday,temperatures ought to reach
into the lower 40s in the afternoon.

.LONG TERM...(Sunday through Friday)
Issued at 334 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022

A rather benign weather pattern is expected through Tuesday, along
with a slight warming trend as surface high pressure moves off to
the east. The next cold front is due by Monday evening, which
will knock temperatures back down into the 40s for highs by
Tuesday and Wednesday. An upper level trough will approach
Wednesday from the west, but this system looks fast moving so that
the best chance of precipitation will be to the east.
Precipitation chances are low for the next week.

&&

.AVIATION...(For the 18Z TAFS through 18Z Saturday afternoon)
Issued at 350 PM CST Fri Dec 2 2022

A cold front will pass between 22 and 00z, with a north wind
shift and 40-50kt gusts for about an hour before gradually
subsiding. Blowing dust is expected immediately behind the wind
shift, with visibilities down to as low as a quarter of a mile at
KGCK and a mile at KDDC. Winds will subside this evening, leading
to VFR conditions by 03z.

&&

.PRELIMINARY POINT TEMPS/POPS...
DDC  20  42  29  52 /   0   0   0   0
GCK  18  41  27  52 /   0   0   0   0
EHA  24  43  34  55 /   0   0   0   0
LBL  23  43  31  54 /   0   0   0   0
HYS  16  42  24  49 /   0   0   0   0
P28  24  42  29  51 /   0   0   0   0

&&

.DDC WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
Blowing Dust Warning until 7 PM CST this evening for KSZ030-
043>045-061>064-074>077.

Red Flag Warning until 6 PM CST this evening for KSZ030-031-
043>046-061>066-074>080-084>088.

High Wind Warning until 8 PM CST this evening for KSZ030-031-
044>046-063-076-077-087.

High Wind Warning until 6 PM CST this evening for KSZ043-061-062-
074-075.

High Wind Warning until 8 PM CST this evening for KSZ064>066-
078>081-088>090.

&&

SHORT TERM...Finch
LONG TERM...Finch
AVIATION...Finch
Hazardous weather outlook, Dec 2, 3:45 AM CST, 12 hours 36 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Dodge City KS
345 AM CST Fri Dec 2 2022

KSZ030-031-043>046-061>066-074>081-084>090-030945-
Trego-Ellis-Scott-Lane-Ness-Rush-Hamilton-Kearny-Finney-Hodgeman-
Pawnee-Stafford-Stanton-Grant-Haskell-Gray-Ford-Edwards-Kiowa-
Pratt-Morton-Stevens-Seward-Meade-Clark-Comanche-Barber-
345 AM CST Fri Dec 2 2022 /245 AM MST Fri Dec 2 2022/

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of central Kansas,
south central Kansas, southwest Kansas, and west central Kansas.

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight

A high wind warning has been issued for portions of far western
and west central Kansas. See the latest high wind messages for
more information.

A red flag warning is in effect for a majority of the area. See
the latest fire weather messages for more information.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation will not be needed.

In the hours before

Local storm report, Dec 2, 3:34 PM CST, 47 minutes before
PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE DODGE CITY KS
334 PM CST FRI DEC 2 2022

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

0320 PM     NON-TSTM WND GST 6 NW SCOTT CITY         38.55N 100.97W
12/02/2022  M54 MPH          SCOTT              KS   MESONET

            MESONET STATION EW9720 SCOTT CITY.

&&

GT
Local storm report, Dec 2, 3:44 PM CST, 37 minutes before
PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE DODGE CITY KS
344 PM CST FRI DEC 2 2022

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

0335 PM     NON-TSTM WND GST 6 NW SCOTT CITY         38.55N 100.97W
12/02/2022  M56 MPH          SCOTT              KS   MESONET

            MESONET STATION EW9720 SCOTT CITY.

&&

GT
Local storm report, Dec 2, 3:47 PM CST, 34 minutes before
PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE DODGE CITY KS
347 PM CST FRI DEC 2 2022

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

0335 PM     NON-TSTM WND GST 2 ESE SCOTT CITY        38.47N 100.88W
12/02/2022  M58 MPH          SCOTT              KS   AWOS

            AWOS STATION KTQK SCOTT CITY.

&&

GT
Local storm report, Dec 2, 3:54 PM CST, 27 minutes before
PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE DODGE CITY KS
354 PM CST FRI DEC 2 2022

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

0335 PM     NON-TSTM WND GST 1 ESE SCOTT CITY        38.48N 100.88W
12/02/2022  M58 MPH          SCOTT              KS   MESONET

            MESONET STATION KTQK SCOTT CITY MUNICIPAL
            AIRPORT.

&&

GT
Local storm report, Dec 2, 4:07 PM CST, 14 minutes before
PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE DODGE CITY KS
407 PM CST FRI DEC 2 2022

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

0355 PM     NON-TSTM WND GST 2 ESE SCOTT CITY        38.47N 100.88W
12/02/2022  M60 MPH          SCOTT              KS   AWOS

            AWOS STATION KTQK SCOTT CITY.

&&

GT
Local storm report, Dec 2, 4:17 PM CST, 4 minutes before
PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE DODGE CITY KS
417 PM CST FRI DEC 2 2022

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

0416 PM     DUST STORM       GARDEN CITY             37.98N 100.86W
12/02/2022                   FINNEY             KS   PUBLIC

            REPORTS OF LOW VISIBILITY FROM CAMERAS IN
            GARDEN CITY.

&&

GT

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Dec 2, 3:42 AM CSTHigh Wind WarningDDCBarber, Clark, Comanche, Edwards, Ellis, Finney and 21 more16 hr
Dec 2, 2:18 PM CSTBlowing Dust WarningDDCClark, Comanche, Edwards, Ellis, Finney, Ford and 18 more5 hr

Nearby

High Wind Warnings in Kansas, 2022Every high wind warning in 2022

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.