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Kansas City Braces for 70+ MPH Winds, Hail, and Tornado Risk
18 Apr
Summary
- Schools release students early Friday due to anticipated severe storms.
- Winds over 70 mph, large hail, and tornadoes are possible hazards.
- Storms expected between 3 PM and 11 PM, with metro areas most affected 4-7 PM.
Schools across the metro are releasing students early on Friday in anticipation of severe weather. Residents are urged to prepare for a significant storm system expected to bring hazardous conditions. This includes the possibility of damaging straight-line winds exceeding 70 miles per hour, large hail, and even tornadoes.
The most critical period for storms in the viewing area is forecast to be between 3 PM and 11 PM. Specifically, metro counties should be in safe places between 4 PM and 7 PM as the storms move through. Meteorologists will be closely monitoring storm development and issuing watches and warnings as needed.
Following Friday's severe weather, calmer conditions are expected over the weekend, though Saturday will remain windy. Temperatures will drop significantly, from the 80s on Friday to the 50s on Saturday, with a cool 38 degrees Sunday morning before warming up. The upcoming week could see a return of heat and humidity, potentially setting the stage for more thunderstorms, though not currently predicted to be severe.
