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Severe Thunderstorm Warning Expires for Douglas County

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Douglas County has expired; however, gusty winds are still possible, and a Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect for east-central Kansas until 11:00 PM CDT.

Staff Writer
10/13/2026 · Lawrence edition

The Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for Douglas County has expired as of 9:00 PM CDT. The storm that prompted the warning has moved out of the area, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Topeka.

While the immediate warning has ended, the NWS advises that gusty winds are still possible with this thunderstorm.

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect for east-central Kansas until 11:00 PM CDT. Residents in the watch area should remain vigilant and continue to monitor local weather conditions.

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