Overland Park, KS Lightning Strike Map

Real-time lightning tracking for Overland Park, Kansas. Review recent optical-flash detections and map timestamps, then follow official warnings when storms approach.

12,274
detected flashes in last 24 hours
Last 7 days
12,289 detected flashes
Last detection
2 hours ago
Updated
(just now)

Recent detections from NOAA GOES East/West GLM. Overland Park, KS. Provider and display latency vary; satellite markers are approximate optical-flash locations, not exact ground impacts.

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Bolts show recent NOAA GOES East/West GLM detections. Locations are approximate; provider and display latency vary. Lime = newest, red = 1-6h, grey = older.
Location 38.98°N, 94.67°W
State Kansas
197K
Population

Data sourced from NOAA GOES East/West GLM and the Storm Prediction Center.

Real-Time Lightning Near Overland Park

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Live Lightning Data for Overland Park

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Recent Activity Is Not Climatology

Live detections need context before they become a long-term claim.

Recent GLM detections within 80 km of Overland Park are not historical city climatology. For a source-scoped state overview, read most lightning-prone states; for data limits and coverage, read the methodology.

Lightning Safety Tips for Overland Park

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30-30 Rule

When you see lightning, count to 30. If you hear thunder before reaching 30, get indoors. Wait 30 minutes after the last thunderclap before going outside.

Seek Shelter

Residents and visitors in Overland Park should have a shelter plan. Move inside a substantial building or hard-topped vehicle.

Stay Informed

Use Lightning Tracker for supplemental situational awareness near Overland Park. Alerts can be delayed or missed; follow official warnings and seek shelter when thunder is audible.

Avoid Open Areas

Stay away from open fields, hilltops, isolated trees, and bodies of water during storms. If hiking, descend from ridges and peaks immediately.

Overland Park Lightning FAQ

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Where can I see current lightning activity near Overland Park, Kansas?

This page shows recent NOAA GOES East/West GLM optical-flash detections within 80 km of Overland Park. Use official weather agencies for forecasts and warnings.

What should I do if caught in a lightning storm in Overland Park?

If you hear thunder, seek shelter immediately. Move inside a substantial building or hard-topped vehicle, and wait 30 minutes after the last thunderclap before going outside.

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