First published 9/19/2026, 10:48:15 PM · Last updated 9/19/2026, 10:48:15 PM

Special Weather Statement issued September 19 at 5:40PM CDT by NWS Topeka KS

The National Weather Service office in Topeka, Kansas issued a Special Weather Statement on September 19 at 5:40 PM CDT. The supplied source item contains no further details about the hazard or affected areas beyond the issuing office and time.

Categories: severe-weather-and-natural-disasters

Generated scores

Scores are based on the cited reporting and use a 1–10 scale. Read the methodology.

Confidence: 8/10How certain the assessment is based on the clarity and evidence in the cited reporting.
Geographic reach: 3/10How widely the event reaches, from a local area (1) to worldwide impact (10).
Global importance: 6/10The event's broader significance, from limited importance (1) to major global importance (10).
Impact magnitude: 4/10The scale or severity of the real-world impact, from minor (1) to extreme (10).
Positivity: 2/10How harmful or beneficial the event is, from strongly harmful (1) to strongly positive (10).
Urgency: 7/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

Why it matters

A Special Weather Statement indicates near‑term adverse weather or changing conditions that could affect local safety or travel. Residents and travelers in the Topeka, KS area should monitor NWS channels for updates and any follow‑on warnings or advisories.

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Special Weather Statement issued September 19 at 5:40PM CDT by NWS Topeka KS

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