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Shock Storm Ravages Shawnee County Property
16 Aug
Summary
- High winds unexpectedly hit NW Shawnee County on Aug. 14, causing widespread destruction.
- The storm demolished barns, damaged homes, and downed power lines across 40 miles.
- Despite the devastation, two horses remained unharmed in a pasture.
A powerful storm with high winds struck northwest Shawnee County without warning late on August 14th, causing extensive damage. The storm demolished barns, ripped roofs off houses, knocked over trailers, and downed numerous power lines. The damage path spanned over 40 miles.
The National Weather Service reported wind gusts of up to 80 mph during the event, which moved through a narrow corridor of northeast Kansas. The storm traveled east/northeast between approximately 11:05 p.m. on August 14th and 12:25 a.m. on August 15th.
Residents in the affected area are working to clean up the debris with assistance from friends and family. Despite the significant property damage, including two barns on the Smith property being totaled, no injuries were reported. Two horses on the property were fortunate to escape unharmed.
