Thunderstorm Wind — Russell, Kansas

2025-06-30 · near Bunker Hill, Russell, Kansas

Event narrative

Bunker Hill Mesonet measured a 72 mph wind gust.

Wider weather episode

Scattered severe storms moved across central, south central and southeast Kansas during the evening of the 29th into the early morning hours of the 30th. These storms produced up to ping pong ball sized hail and 72 mph winds.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1279861. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.