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Scott Mentzer
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Retired meteorologist. Ordained deacon in the Episcopal Church. Enjoy reading, movies, and amateur radio.
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Asha Herman sent this photo of a tornado near St. Francis, Kan., in Cheyenne County. Remember, if you have photos or video, be sure to send them to us >>> https://www.kwch.com/community/user-content/ #kwch12 #storm12 #kswx
May 19, 2025 at 1:25 AM
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Here's a look at the damage in Grinnell after a tornado moved through town Sunday evening.

Source: Paige Ryan

https://www.kwch.com/2025/05/18/live-blog-portions-i-70-closed-damage-reported-following-grinnell-tornado/  #kwch12 #storm12 #kswx
May 19, 2025 at 1:43 AM
Press release from the Sherman County (KS) Clerk regarding Friday's Interstate 70 pileup due to a dust storm. #kswx
March 15, 2025 at 6:54 PM
Interstate 70 between Colby and Goodland (KS) remains closed this morning as crews clear vehicles from yesterday's dust storm. #kswx tinyurl.com/2d6bbztn
Dirt Storm Shuts Down Interstate 70 Between Goodland Colby After Multiple Car Accident
Yesterday afternoon, March 14, the dirt storm came up so quickly that visibility became nearly zero in areas of Northwest Kansas. Many acci
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March 15, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Interstate 70 between Goodland and Oakley in Kansas is closed due to blowing dust and possible traffic accidents. #kswx
March 14, 2025 at 9:53 PM
Highway 40 between Sharon Springs and Oakley in western Kansas is closed due to a dust storm. #kswx
March 14, 2025 at 8:23 PM
Winds are gusting to 70 mph across western Kansas. There are areas of blowing dust resulting in visibilities near zero. #kswx
March 14, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Per the Climate Prediction Center...it looks mild and dry across Kansas for Christmas. #kswx
December 17, 2024 at 12:26 AM
The carousel, located in Burlington, #Colorado, was produced in 1905 and is still in working order. Its history, including a time when a few of the carousel animals were stolen, is found at: www.kitcarsoncountycarousel.com
November 23, 2024 at 3:52 PM
Drought conditions continue to improve across #Kansas.
November 21, 2024 at 4:49 PM
Supporting my local community college. The women's team is on the road in Colorado today. The men's team is also on the road, but in Wyoming.
November 16, 2024 at 4:03 PM
Recent rains have diminished drought conditions across Kansas. Need some more rain, though.
November 15, 2024 at 9:12 PM