Thunderstorm Wind — Ellis, Kansas

2010-08-23 · near Hays, Ellis, Kansas

Event narrative

The most expensive damage was at Fort Hays State University, where the high winds blew off most of the roof from Weist Hall. Vehicles in an adjacent parking lot were damaged by roof debris. Extensive water damage occurred to the interior of the building. Some students and offices were relocated as a consequence of the damage.

The rainfall was so heavy that drains on Lewis Field were overwhelmed, and water accumulated under the special astro turf covering the field and lifted it from the field.

salvaged.

Wider weather episode

Very severe wind gusts were reported with some of the severe thunderstorms that occurred during the evening. Heavy rainfall also accumulated during the evening and overnight.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 259176. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.