Thunderstorm Wind — Ford, Kansas

2011-08-07 · near Dodge City, Ford, Kansas

Event narrative

A strong thunderstorm wind gusts blew down several large tents at the Dodge City Days Rodeo. Six persons were injured from flying debris or falling tents.

Wider weather episode

A surface trough moving out of eastern Colorado and the presence of an upper level jet streak helped to initiate thunderstorms during the late afternoon and evening.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 345456. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.