Jul 08, 2022

This Day in Weather History: Concordia hit by 108 mph wind in 1992

Posted Jul 08, 2022 11:21 PM

National Weather Service

In 1992, late night severe thunderstorms struck north-central and northeast Kansas with 60 to 110 mph winds.

Hardest hit was Concordia, where a peak 1 minute speed of 108 mph was measured at Blosser Airport. Sustained speeds exceeded 60 mph for an incredible 20 minutes.

The destructive winds caused around $25 million damage. Six people were injured.