Wind gusting in excess of 80 miles per hour caused visibility issues, multiple crashes, and road closures across Kansas.

The Kansas Department of Transportation closed multiple roads and highways Friday afternoon into Friday evening, including I-70 between Wakeeney and Goodland.  Motorists awere advised to delay non-essential travel until conditions improved.

There were also wildfires in several counties, including among others Cowley and McPherson. The Dickinson County task force responded to to Wabaunsee county on a fire a fighting mission.

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This is Trooper Seth on Hwy 40 just east of Sharon Springs. He and other troopers are responding to several crashes on this highway.

Again, Highway 40 between Oakley and Sharon Springs is closed. #KSwx pic.twitter.com/XYMaBNZNjt

— Trooper Tod (@TrooperTodKHP) March 14, 2025

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Video via Kansas Highway Patrol Trooper on Hwy 40 just east of Sharon Springs.

Photo of Interstate 70 between Colby and Goodland