Thunderstorm Wind — Jasper, Missouri

2001-04-15 · near Joplin, Jasper, Missouri

Wider weather episode

Straight line winds toppled numerous power lines and trees around Joplin. Structural damage occurred to homes and businesses along 32nd street, concentrated in a 3 to 4 block wide area approximately 4 to 5 miles in length. Empire Electric Power estimated 7500 customers were without power during the height of the storm, and some power was not restored for three days.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5239679. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.