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Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Topeka KS
247 PM CDT Mon May 18 2026

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Republic-Washington-
247 PM CDT Mon May 18 2026

...A TORNADO WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 300 PM CDT FOR
SOUTHEASTERN REPUBLIC AND WEST CENTRAL WASHINGTON COUNTIES...

At 247 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Cuba, moving northeast at 40 mph.

HAZARD...Tornado and two inch hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.

IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without 
         shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage 
         to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur.  Tree damage is 
         likely.

Locations impacted include...
Cuba and Haddam.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.

&&

LAT...LON 3971 9751 3980 9753 3990 9734 3973 9721
TIME...MOT...LOC 1947Z 233DEG 33KT 3980 9740 

TORNADO...RADAR INDICATED
MAX HAIL SIZE...2.00 IN

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Griesemer