Severe Weather Alert: Kansas City at Level 2 Risk

0:00Kansas City sits at a slight risk, level 2 out of 5, for severe weather today. West of the Metro, spots like Wichita, Topeka, Manhattan and Emporia, face an enhanced risk, level 3 out of 5, per the storm prediction center. Nearly a week after heavy storms hit the area, a coal front is pushing through Thursday, firing up thunderstorms by late afternoon across northwest. Missouri and Northeast Kansas. Tornado watches are already out for East Central Kansas counties, like Douglas, Franklin, Jefferson and Shawnee, until 9 p.m., plus Northwest. Missouri spots including Andrew, Addison, Holt and Notaway, until 7 p.m. Expect high odds of severe hail and damaging winds, with moderate tornado chances and a shot at a couple intense ones. Gus could hit 70 miles per hour, and hail as big as tennis balls. All major threats are in play, so keep eyes on updates and stay ready as these storms roll in. Stay informed with Kansas news today.

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