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Storm Hits Kansas City Hard | Kansas City News
A brutal storm slammed Kansas City, Kansas, early Wednesday morning, August 19, 2026, unleashing high winds and hail that left residents stunned—like Rose Carter, who described the wind as if someone was beating on her doors. Trees fell, power lines snapped, and homes were damaged, including a collapsed church entryway and cars crushed under debris. Thousands lost power, with restoration expected to take days. Amid the chaos, neighbors rallied, sharing relief that no one was seriously hurt—and even found hope in a baby squirrel rescued from the wreckage. As cleanup crews battled through the…
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