Sep 11, 2003
Severe thunderstorms produced large hail, high winds and torrential rainfall across north-central Kansas. The extremely heavy rain resulted in widespread flooding across Mitchell county. Before the flooding began, the complex of thunderstorms had a history of producing winds in excess of 60 mph and hail to the size of golf balls. The largest hail was reported near Damar and Stockton in Rooks county, and around Webber in Jewell county. Winds of 60 to 80 mph were also reported and caused damag
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 5337367). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Mitchell County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.