Strong Thunderstorms with 55 MPH Winds Headed East Through Johnson, Cass, Lafayette
A Special Weather Statement is in effect for Ray, Jackson, Lafayette, Cass, and Johnson counties until 10:15 PM CDT, warning of strong thunderstorms with wind gusts up to 55 mph and potential flash flooding.
Residents in Ray, Jackson, Lafayette, Cass, and Johnson counties are advised to monitor weather conditions closely as a Special Weather Statement has been issued by the National Weather Service Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO, effective until 10:15 PM CDT tonight, October 13, 2026.
Strong thunderstorms are currently tracking east at 40 mph. As of 9:53 PM CDT, radar indicated these storms extending from near Sibley to over Pleasant Hill, impacting areas including Independence, Lee's Summit, Blue Springs, Grain Valley, Odessa, Greenwood, Lexington, and Buckner, among others. These storms are capable of producing wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph. Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects.
Frequent cloud-to-ground lightning is occurring with these storms; lightning can strike up to 10 miles away. Seek safe shelter inside a building or vehicle immediately. Torrential rainfall is also occurring, which may lead to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
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