Bourbon County Kansas Emergency Management

10/21/2026

10/14/2026

A Flood Watch is in effect across portions of southeast KS into west central and southwest MO tonight through Thursday. Bands of Rainfall with amounts of 2 to 4 inches, with localized higher amounts up to 5 inches within the Flood Watch. Elsewhere, amounts taper off to 0.5 to 1.5 inches.

Several rounds of showers and thunderstorms through Thursday, with a few breaks in between rounds. There is the potential for localized heavy rainfall and flooding, in addition to a few isolated strong to severe thunderstorms. Check the forecast for updates!

Much cooler temperatures ahead this weekend after record heat early this week. This includes the potential for patchy frost this weekend. Check back for updates!

10/13/2026

Grassland Fire Danger Index is Moderate to High throughout Bourbon County. The Threat Risk is High to Very High.

Moderate - Unfavorable weather conditions and low moisture content of grasses and other dry organic material on the ground, indicating that there is a high potential for fire to spread. Outdoor burning should be restricted to early morning or evening hours when wind speeds are usually lower, and the relative humidity is higher. Burning is still favorable for well- planned burns by experienced land management personnel. Difficulty of fire suppression: Headfire attack generally successful with water.

High - Very poor weather conditions and very low moisture content of grasses and other dry organic material on the ground, indicating that dangerous burning conditions exist. Fires will spread rapidly and show erratic behavior. Outdoor burning is not recommended other than for experienced land management personnel. Difficulty of fire suppression: Direct headfire attack will become increasingly difficult. Spot fires are more likely.

10/13/2026

Forecast high temperatures in the low 90s may break some more records today. Furthermore, humid conditions will push the heat index close to 100 degrees. Stay cool today!

Showers and thunderstorms move into the area tonight and will last on and off through Thursday night. The greatest rainfall totals are forecast north of the I-44 corridor.

Storms move into central Missouri and eastern Kansas tonight and spread southeast on Wednesday. While most storms will remain sub-severe, a few isolated storms could be capable of producing gusts up to 60 mph.

A big cooldown is on the way later this week as temperatures switch from well above average to well below average!

Stay weather aware!

10/12/2026

Elevated Fire Weather Risk today.

Low humidity and windy conditions will create dangerous fire conditions. Fires can escape control more easily and be difficult to contain.

Grassland Fire Danger Index is Elevated

Very poor weather conditions and very low moisture content of grasses and other dry organic material on the ground, indicating that dangerous burning conditions exist. Fires will spread rapidly and show erratic behavior. Outdoor burning is not recommended other than for experienced land management personnel. Difficulty of fire suppression: Direct headfire attack will become increasingly difficult. Spot fires are more likely.

Confidence is increasing in periods of shower and thunderstorm chances (60-90%) on Wednesday and Thursday. There is still lingering uncertainty on the area of heaviest amounts and exact timing. Check the forecast for updates.

10/11/2026

A warm and dry air mass will combine with gusty southwesterly winds resulting in elevated fire weather conditions developing across the area today and Monday.

10/05/2026

The IAFC is teaming up with NFPA to promote this year’s Fire Prevention Week™, October 4 -10, Charge into Fire Safety™: Safe Charging Is a Superpower. Help us spread the word that everyday actions can help prevent lithium-ion battery fires. Use your charging superpower by making smart choices every time you plug in. For more info: fpw.org and iafc.org

10/01/2026

Widespread rainfall is expected to continue into Friday, with the highest amounts generally along and west of the I-49 corridor. There remains a considerable amount of uncertainty with amounts, so make sure to stay up to date with the latest forecast!

09/25/2026

K-7 REOPENS: K-7 between K-39 and U.S. 69 has reopened to traffic after undergoing reconstruction and widening. Remaining work on this stretch should not significantly impact traffic flow. K-7 south of K-39 to the Crawford County line remains closed to through traffic for reconstruction and widening. Please drive with care.