High Wind — Labette, Kansas

2023-03-31 · Labette, Kansas

Event narrative

Tri City Airport near Parsons measured a wind gust of 67 mph. Power poles and trees were down across Highway 59 near Altamont. They have had both cars and tractor-trailers blown off the road.

Wider weather episode

An intense low pressure system tracked across the Plains on March 31st, 2023. South central and southeast Kansas reported wind gusts in the 55 to 70 mph range, which caused tree and structure damage. These winds made grass fires very difficult to control. Dry conditions with a recently tilled field combined with the strong winds resulted in dirt to be picked up in Labette County.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1088179. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.