Thunderstorm Wind — Brookings, South Dakota

1993-05-07 · near Brookings, Brookings, South Dakota

Event narrative

Very strong winds, likely the result of a downburst in a severe thunderstorm, destroyed an apartment building, five mobile homes, 15 garages, and 16 vehicles, and damaged many other homes and vehicles. 12 people were treated for minor injuries from the storm. The storm also caused considerable damage to some area farms and the roof of a motel.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 10346894. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.