Flood Warning Continues in West-Central Kansas
The National Weather Service in Goodland reports that flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues across the warned area. The latest warning was extended Friday afternoon and remains in effect until 9 AM MDT / 10 AM CDT Saturday, October 3. (National Weather Service)
Roads and Low-Water Crossings Remain Dangerous
The ongoing flooding is affecting transportation across the two counties.
According to the National Weather Service:
- Numerous roads remain closed because of flooding.
- Low-water crossings are inundated and may not be passable.
- Roads remain flooded because of previous heavy rainfall.
- Flooding impacts are expected to continue even though no additional rainfall is expected. (National Weather Service)
Travelers should not assume that a road is safe simply because rainfall has stopped. Water can remain on roadways and crossings for hours as runoff continues to drain through the area.
Communities in the Warning Area
Locations identified by the National Weather Service as potentially experiencing flooding include:
- Leoti
- Tribune
- Horace
- Selkirk
- Lydia
- Marienthal
These communities are located within or near the warned portions of Greeley and Wichita counties. (National Weather Service)
Heavy Rainfall Caused Widespread Flooding
The flooding follows a period of significant rainfall across west-central Kansas. Earlier National Weather Service information reported that approximately 3 to 7 inches of rain had fallen in parts of the warned area.
Emergency management officials reported multiple flooded roads and high water across Greeley and Wichita counties. (National Weather Service)
With the ground already saturated, water can continue flowing into creeks, drainage areas and low-lying roads even after rainfall has ended.
Flood Safety: Turn Around, Don’t Drown
Flooded roads and low-water crossings can be extremely dangerous.
If you encounter floodwater:
- 🚗 Never drive through a flooded roadway.
- 🔄 Turn around and find another route.
- 🚧 Do not drive around barricades or road closures.
- 🌊 Avoid walking through moving water.
- 🌙 Use extra caution at night when floodwater can be difficult to see.
- 📱 Monitor local officials and National Weather Service updates.
The National Weather Service emphasizes that most flood deaths occur in vehicles and urges motorists to turn around when encountering flooded roads. (National Weather Service)
What Residents Should Expect
Even without additional rainfall, flooding can persist as water drains from saturated ground and surrounding areas.
Residents should be prepared for continued road closures, difficult travel and potentially impassable low-water crossings through the warning period.
If you live in or travel through Greeley or Wichita counties, check road conditions before leaving and avoid any route affected by floodwater.
Essentials
📍 Area: Greeley and Wichita Counties, west-central Kansas
⚠️ Hazard: Flooding from excessive rainfall
🌧️ Main cause: Previous heavy rainfall and continued runoff
🚧 Impacts: Flooded roads and inundated low-water crossings
⏰ Warning: Through 9 AM MDT / 10 AM CDT Saturday, October 3
🚗 Safety message: Turn around, don’t drown.
Bottom Line
The Flood Warning for Greeley and Wichita counties in west-central Kansas continues Friday, October 2, 2026, with numerous roads still flooded and low-water crossings potentially impassable. (National Weather Service)
Even though additional rainfall is not expected, flooding impacts can continue as water drains through the area. Avoid flooded roads, obey barricades and never attempt to cross moving water.
