Thunderstorm Wind in Clinton County, Indiana

Thunderstorm Wind July 17, 1996 · Clinton County, Indiana

Injuries

$2.0M

Damage as recorded

Where the report was made, with tornadoes recorded within 15 miles over the years.

The wider storm

Very strong thunderstorm winds associated with a rapidly developing thunderstorm complex caused extensive damage in the Frankfort area. Heavy damage occurred at the Clinton county fairgrounds where a large tree fell on a tent. Six injuries were reported...mainly cuts and abrasions. Several rides and buildings at the fairgrounds received heavy damage. Park officials estimated 100 mph winds. Numerous trees were also reported down in Frankfort and over 50 homes were damaged by wind or falling trees.

Began near Frankfort (40.2800, -86.5200).

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 5558359. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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