After the passage of the tornado in Kansas, thousands of people were evacuated. Alert for climate in different areas of the United States.
A tornado devastated the city of Plevna, Kansas, leaving great destruction in its path. Described as a phenomenon of a width mile, this was so serious that an emergency alert was issued through the National Meteorological Service, due to its extreme danger. It remained on land for almost three hours, causing significant damage throughout the area.
Throughout its passage, Destroyed homes, fallen trees and a wide interruption of the electric supply were reported. The roar of the tornado was so strong that sometimes lightning were heard accompanying the storm. Despite the magnitude of the disaster, no fatalities were recorded at first, since many residents sought refuge in basements, especially in a local church.
Once the tornado ceased, the search and rescue operations began. The initial evaluations indicated that some structures were completely destroyed, while others resisted the storm attacks better. Although the damage was extensive, it was confirmed that the situation was not as tragic as it was feared at the beginning.
This event has generated debates about the preparation against tornadoes in the region, especially taking into account the growing frequency of severe weather phenomena.
Plevna residents and local authorities now face the challenge of rebuilding the community and preparing for future extreme climatic events.
Tornado damage in Kansas
Source: Ambito
