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1 dead, 3 injured after severe thunderstorm tears through state park in Kansas
One man died and three people were injured after a severe thunderstorm pummeled Russell County in Kansas, Sheriff Andrew Van Der Wege said in a news statement.The storm blew through Lake Wilson in rural central Kansas' Wilson State Park bringing high winds of 68 to 70 miles per hour, the sheriff said, toppling multiple campers. The sheriff's office said dispatch received multiple 911 calls starting at 11:52 p.m. on Wednesday, and officers arrived at the scene to find several campers turned over.Officers found three injured people during search and rescue efforts and one dead man. Christopher Montoya, 64, of Holyrood was found in the Hell Creek Park area of the state park. His body was transferred to the local mortuary. An autopsy is scheduled, the sheriff said. The injured people were taken to Russell Regional Hospital. Details about their condition weren't released. The sheriff's office warned visitors to be cautious if they decided to come to Lake Wilson due to debris and power loss. Severe storms and flooding have hit the Midwest in recent weeks.This is a breaking news story. Please check back for updates.
A nice Friday will be followed by more storms
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - A brief pause in the storms for Kansas, but they will be back as some of you continue to enjoy an extended holiday weekend. Although severe chances do remain low for Saturday and Sunday, a few of the storms may produce some strong wind gusts yet again. That chance is slightly higher on Sunday.
Alert: Area Flood Warning Issued for Several Metro Area Counties
An area flood warning has been issued for several metro area counties until 8 p.m. this evening. The warning covers Johnson, Leavenworth, Miami, and Wyandotte counties in Kansas, and Jackson and Cass counties in Missouri. This flood warning replaces the flash flood warning that expires at 8:30 a.m. today. Flooding...
Scientists drill for rare minerals in northeast Kansas
LAWRENCE (KSNT) – Scientists are searching for potential drilling sites in northeast Kansas which could reveal new sources of rare Earth minerals. The Kansas Geological Service (KGS) announced in a recent publication that KGS scientists are working to identify new sources of critically important resources in Lyon County. Successfully locating new sources of these special […]
Goessel grad wrote book about great-grandfather
Braylyn Hoopes, who recently graduated from Goessel High School has accomplished more than many her age have. In addition to playing sports, participating in various activities, being a student and all that comes with it during her high school years, Hoopes wrote a book about her great-grandfather, her dad’s grandfather.
Ark City couple passing on their love of community and outdoors with bench donation
ARKANSAS CITY, Kan. (KAKE) - An Arkansas City couple is passing on their love of community and the outdoors to others through the donation of a bench at a local park. When Joe and Nel Clark moved from their farm to Lake View Estates on the southwest side of town, they found a warm welcome among new friends and the serene surroundings of Veterans Memorial Lake.
Deputies respond to accident and make an arrest
On July 4th at 11:33 p.m.The Sheriff's Department reported that Deputies responded to the intersection of US 77 Highway and Rucker Road for a two-vehicle accident. Michael Cordray of Junction City was traveling northbound in a 2016 Mazda CX3 when he ran a red light and struck a 2021 F450 driven by Andre Roache of Fort Riley. No injuries reported. Both vehicles sustained minor damage.
Heritage Park hosts Freedom Fest
Best of Motown & More, Arena Rock Giants and a Fireworks Extravaganza were among the highlights Thursday evening during Freedom Fest in Heritage Park. There were numerous activities ranging from vendors to carnival rides. Freedom Fest continues Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The schedule on Friday ranges from performances by Goddesses...
Police found drugs, children at Kansas woman's home
SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement are investigating three suspect on multiple allegations after. On July 3, members of the Topeka Police Department Narcotics Unit served a search warrant in the 2100 Block SW 10th Avenue related to an ongoing investigation, according to Police Lt. Ronnie Connell. While conducting the search...
Late Wednesday Night Storm Claims Life of Holyrood Man
CENTRAL KANSAS — Severe winds blasted central Kansas late Wednesday night into the early hours of Thursday, claiming the life of a Holyrood man. According to the Russell County Sheriff’s office, 64-year-old Christopher Montoya was found deceased in the Hell’s Creek Area of Wilson State Park, where multiple campers were blown over when winds near 70 miles an hour as the storm moved across the lake just before midnight Wednesday night. Three persons were taken to Russell Regional Hospital for treatment of injuries.
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