WICHITA, Kan. — Residents across south-central Kansas need to keep a close eye on the sky this afternoon. Severe thunderstorms are expected to erupt within hours, bringing the potential for damaging 70 mph winds and significant travel disruptions just in time for the Friday evening commute.
Timing and Impact Areas
According to the National Weather Service in Wichita, storms are projected to develop along a fast-moving cold front after 3:00 p.m. The bullseye for the strongest activity is focused along and southeast of the Kansas Turnpike. High-risk areas include:
- Wichita
- Hutchinson
- Emporia
- Winfield
- Coffeyville
The severe…..