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Kansas City Braces for Severe Storms and Tornadoes

4/18/2026

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  • A severe weather alert is in effect for Kansas City, Kan., as a significant storm system approaches.
  • Officials warn of strong winds, large hail, and possible tornadoes between 2 PM and 8 PM Friday.
  • The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a tornado watch for several counties.
  • After the storms, a calm weekend is expected, with 38-degree Sunday morning temperatures and rain chances next Thursday and Friday.