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weather NWS moderate Sedgwick County KS October 26, 2026 at 2:03 PM

Administrative Message

Sedgwick County Emergency Management will be testing the Outdoor Warning Sirens at Noon Today. Sedgwick County outdoor warning sirens are tested every Monday at Noon except Holidays and when threatening weather is present. Today we will be testing the Alert mode for one minute. The Alert Mode is a steady tone used for Tornado warning The Attack Mode is a classic rise and fall sound used for Air Attack Warning in times of war. Outdoor warning sirens are designed to be an early warning device primarily for persons who are outside away from the television and or radio. Remember when the outdoor warning sirens sound Take cover Tune in to local media Take action.

Local conditions in Sedgwick County KS may affect travel, public safety, or daily routines. Stay informed and adjust plans if conditions change.

This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.

Residents should be prepared for possible effects on travel, public safety, and daily routines while the situation remains active.

Recommended steps: stay informed via official sources; avoid non-essential travel in the area; secure outdoor items if weather is involved; check on family and neighbors.

Alert USA is tracking this developing situation and will update this report as verified information becomes available.

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