Thunderstorm Wind — Sioux, Iowa

2005-07-24 · near Sheldon, Sioux, Iowa

Event narrative

Thunderstorm winds flipped over a camper, twisted swing sets, blew down power poles, and caused widespread tree damage. Several trees were blown down, including one which fell on a tent, killing a participant in a bicycle ride across Iowa. Several roads were blocked by fallen trees and limbs. Wind blown debris damaged siding on several houses.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5465453. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.