F1 Tornado — Republic, Kansas

2004-05-29 · near Norway, Republic, Kansas

Event narrative

A tornado touched down southwest of Norway and moved over 3 miles northeast before dissipating. Along the path of the tornado extensive damage was done, including significant crop damage. A number of power poles were downed. Many farm houses were severely damaged. Many farm implements and outbuildings were damaged or destroyed. Near Norway irrigation equipment was wrapped around a utility pole. In Norway a grain bin was blown over. Many homes in Norway sustained considerable damage. Many trees were downed along the tornado path.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5397997. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.