Dust Storm — Sheridan, Kansas

2025-12-18 · Sheridan, Kansas

Event narrative

Zero visibility reported west of Hoxie, between County Roads 60 and 80 on Highway 24. Highway 24 closed between Colby and Hoxie.

Wider weather episode

Numerous wind gusts ranging from 58-81 mph occurred across northwest Kansas. The strongest wind gust of 81 mph was located 10 NE Wallace in Logan county. Zero visibility in blowing dust was also reported 3 NE Seguin in Sheridan county which led to the closure of Highway 24.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1299937. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.