Severe storm season is here, and the Little Apple is helping to make sure you’re prepared for what’s ahead. Riley County Emergency Management hosted a free Storm Spotter class on Monday, March 10.

Chad Omitt with the NWS told 27 News a thunderstorm downdraft of 70-90 mph winds was responsible for causing damage in the north Topeka and Oakland neighborhoods on Aug. 14. These winds hit the ...

That tragedy illustrates the dangers tornadoes pose, said Chad Omitt, warning coordination meteorologist for the National Weather Service office in Topeka. "I think it's important for people to ...