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Driver dies in accident near I-435 and I-70

A 35-year-old Kansas City, Kansas, man died in an accident at 7:35 p.m. Sunday, June 12, near I-435 and I-70, according to a Kansas Highway Patrol trooper’s report.

Seven other people were injured in the accident, according to the trooper’s report.

A GMC Envoy was southbound on I-435 about a half-mile west of I-70 when it took the southbound I-435 ramp to eastbound I-70, according to the trooper’s report.

The Envoy was traveling too fast for the natural curve and lost control, over-corrected and rolled multiple times on the right shoulder and right ditch, the trooper’s report stated. Six of the eight occupants were ejected from the vehicle, according to the trooper’s report.

The driver, Wilfredo Lopez Cartagena, 35, of Kansas City, Kansas, was killed in the accident, the trooper’s report stated.

A 25-year-old male resident of Kansas City, Kansas, had a possible serious injury, but declined being taken to the hospital, the report stated.

A 15-year-old Kansas City, Kansas, girl had a possible serious injury and was taken to the hospital, according to the trooper’s report.

A 2-year-old Kansas City, Kansas, girl had a possible serious injury and was taken to a hospital, the trooper’s report stated.

A 21-year-old Kansas City, Kansas, man had a possible serious injury and was taken to a hospital, according to the trooper’s report.

A 25-year-old Kansas City, Kansas, woman had a possible serious injury and was taken to the hospital, the trooper’s report stated.

A 33-year-old Kansas City, Kansas, woman had a possible serious injury and was taken to the hospital, according to the trooper’s report.

A 10-year-old Kansas City, Kansas, boy had a possible serious injury and was taken to the hospital, the trooper’s report stated.

According to the trooper’s report, only two of the eight persons in the vehicle had been wearing a safety restraint.

Heat advisory extended until June 15

The heat index could reach as high as 106 Monday in Wyandotte County. (National Weather Service graphic)

Tuesday’s weather will be a low of 79 and a high near 96, with the heat index approaching 104. (National Weather Service graphic)

Wednesday’s weather will be a low of 77 and a high near 95, with the heat index approaching 100. (National Weather Service graphic)

Warm temperatures can quickly become dangerous, according to the National Weather Service. (National Weather Service graphic)

Wyandotte County is at a marginal risk for severe storms on Wednesday evening and night. (National Weather Service graphic)

A heat advisory for Wyandotte County and the surrounding area has been extended until 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 15, according to the National Weather Service.

Continued hot weather is in the forecast today and this week, the weather service said. The high may reach 98 with a heat index as high as 106. It was 84 degrees with a heat index of 90 at 9 a.m. Monday.

High temperatures and humidity could cause heat illnesses, according to the weather service. Residents are advised to drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun and check on relatives and neighbors.

Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles.

Those who work or spend time outside should take extra precautions, the weather service said. When possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments.

Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Call 911 if you think it is heat stroke.

Today, it will be mostly sunny and hot, with a high near 98 and heat index values as high as 106, the weather service said. A south southwest wind of 13 to 17 mph will gust as high as 33 mph.

Tonight, it will be mostly clear, with a low of 79 and a south wind of 16 mph, gusting as high as 31 mph, according to the weather service.

Tuesday, it will be sunny, with a high near 96 and heat index values as high as 104, the weather service said. A south southwest wind of 15 to 21 mph will gust as high as 34 mph.

Tuesday night, it will be mostly clear, with a low of 77 and a south wind of 10 to 14 mph, gusting as high as 22 mph, according to the weather service.

Wednesday, there is a 20 percent chance of showers between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m., then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4 p.m., the weather service said. It will be sunny, with a high near 95. A south southwest wind of 10 to 16 mph will gust as high as 30 mph.

Wednesday night, there is a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 1 a.m., according to the weather service. The low will be around 71. Between a half and three-quarters of an inch of rain is possible.

Thursday, it will be mostly sunny, with a high near 93, the weather service said.

Thursday night, it will be mostly clear, with a low of 69, according to the weather service.

Friday, it will be sunny, with a high near 91, the weather service said.

Friday night, it will be clear with a low of 67, according to the weather service.

Saturday, it will be sunny, with a high near 92, the weather service said.

Saturday night, it will be clear, with a low of 69, according to the weather service.

Sunday, it will be sunny, with a high near 93, the weather service said.

For more weather information, see www.weather.gov.

Hamilton scores late game-winner against Gotham

Forward CeCe Kizer burst her way between two Gotham defenders for a chance on goal. Kizer is now playing for her hometown team after last week’s trade from her previous club, Racing Louisville FC. (Photo copyright 2022 by Brian Turrel)

by Brian Turrel

Kansas City Current forward Kristen Hamilton broke open a scoreless tie against NJ-NY Gotham FC in the 84th minute to earn a 1-0 win for the home team in Saturday evening’s match at Children’s Mercy Park.

Defender Izzy Rodriguez, on as a substitute just two minutes prior, made a push up the left wing and then fed the ball back to Hamilton who was unmarked and charging up the middle. Hamilton drilled a one-touch left-footed shot into the lower right corner of the goal from about 15 yards out.

The game marked a homecoming for Overland Park native CeCe Kizer. Acquired by the Current in a trade last week with Racing Louisville, Kizer debuted in the starting lineup and played 60 minutes.

Kizer’s speed at the top of Kansas City’s formation opened up a new dimension for the offense and paired well with Hamilton. A well-executed build-up in the first half among Kizer, Hamilton, Kate Del Fava and Lo’eau LaBonta produced a great scoring opportunity.

Defender Addisyn Merrick, of Lee’s Summit, was also acquired in the Louisville trade and came on as a substitute in the 61st minute.

Reserve goalkeeper Cassie Miller started for the the Current, and registered three saves, including a great fingertip save that deflected Paige Monaghan’s shot onto the post in the 43rd minute.

After losing four of its first five matches, the Current has now won two of the last three. Kansas City will be back on the Children’s Mercy Park pitch next Saturday against the Chicago Red Stars.