⚠ Severe Weather Safety

Severe Weather Plan
Smoky Hill RV Park

Know where to go before a storm develops. Your safety is our top priority — please review this plan and save it before you need it.

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RVs Are Not Safe Shelter During Tornadoes

In the event of a tornado warning, you must leave your RV immediately and move to the designated storm shelter. Do not wait for the tornado to be visible — act at the first warning.

⚡ When to Evacuate Your RV

  • A tornado WARNING is issued for Geary County or the Junction City / Grandview Plaza area
  • You receive an emergency alert on your phone (WEA) indicating a tornado in the area
  • Park management or staff directs you to take shelter
  • Tornado sirens are activated (tested every Monday at noon — all other activations are real)
  • A funnel cloud or tornado is spotted nearby — do not wait for official confirmation
Storm Shelter

Where to Go During a Tornado

✓ On-Site Shelter
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Park Bathhouse — On-Site Storm Shelter

The Smoky Hill RV Park bathhouse serves as the designated storm shelter for all guests. The bathhouse is a permanent, interior structure — the safest location on the property during severe weather. Go there immediately when a warning is issued.

On-site at Smoky Hill RV Park

219 W Flint Hills Blvd
Junction City, KS 66441

Open to all guests 24/7

(785) 236-8789

How to find it The bathhouse is centrally located in the park. Know its exact location before a storm develops — walk over and confirm it on your first day. If you need help locating it, ask park staff or your camp host.
Alternate Shelter

Grandview Plaza Community Shelter

~1 mi away

406 State Ave
Grandview Plaza, KS 66441

North side of building (basement entrance)

Public shelter — open during emergencies

City of Grandview Plaza

Driving Directions Head east on W Flint Hills Blvd → right (south) on State Ave → shelter is on your right at 406 State Ave. Use the north-side basement entrance.
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Be Prepared

What to Bring to the Shelter

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Charged phone

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Medications

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Shoes on your feet

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Pets on a leash/in carrier

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Water bottle

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Flashlight (if handy)

Safety Tips

Important Reminders

Know Your Shelter Now

Locate the bathhouse on your first day. In a real emergency you won’t have time to search — knowing the route in advance could save your life.

Monday Noon Siren Test

Geary County tests tornado sirens every Monday at noon. If sirens sound at any other time — or during any overcast weather — treat it as a real event and take shelter immediately.

Watch vs. Warning

A Watch means conditions are favorable — stay alert. A Warning means a tornado has been detected or spotted — move to shelter now.

Contact the Park

If directed by staff to evacuate, do so immediately. Questions or need assistance? Call us at (785) 236-8789.

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