Strong storms developed west of Emporia on Thursday morning. Those storms lost their intensity as they approached Emporia but still generated some hail before they pushed away.
Warnings were issued for portions of Chase and Morris counties shortly after 9 am for the risk of quarter-sized hail. Nickel-sized hail was reported just south of Allen, with pea-sized hail noted at Lake Kahola.
Current rain reports:
*KVOE studios: 0.10 inches
*Lake Kahola: 0.60 inches
Additional showers and storms are possible from Thursday afternoon to Friday night.
Stay with KVOE, KVOE.com and KVOE social media for updates.
9:15-9:45 am: Severe thunderstorm warnings issued west of Emporia
Strong thunderstorms have developed west of Emporia and are moving towards town.
Current warnings:
*Severe thunderstorm warning for Morris County until 10:15 am. Quarter-sized hail is possible.
Stay with KVOE, KVOE.com and KVOE social media for updates.
