Weather outlook with storms risk and warm highs
A brief weather note cites a 60 percent chance of storms tonight with lows in the upper 50s. For Thursday expect wind and partial cloudiness with a 50 percent chance of afternoon storms and highs mid 80s, followed by a windy Thursday night and a 20 percent storm chance with mid-50s lows.
More storms may brew over Franklin County this week
East central Kansas braces for more thunderstorms with a 60 percent chance tonight and 20 percent evening chances through Thursday. Drought relief areas report hail up to golf balls and inch-size impact, while farmers weigh planting delays and runoff effects on corn and wheat in Franklin, Osage, and Miami counties.
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Salyer
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American Family Insurance
Blane
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Experiment Field
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Federal disaster declaration covers Kansas Missouri Tennessee
Miami County joins Kansas Missouri and Tennessee in federal disaster areas. FEMA teams assess tornado and storm damage, offering eligible property owners temporary housing, uninsured, and farm losses as well as local government cleanup costs. Residents urged to apply via the FEMA toll free line. TTY available.
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Dave Saville
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After Disaster, AIA Guidance For Affected People
The American Institute of Architects offers steps for rapid recovery after disasters. Follow police and government guidance, evacuate if unsafe, and inspect for unseen damage. Request a safety inspection from the municipal building department, verify inspectors’ IDs, contact your insurer, and stay patient as a field representative will assess the claim.
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Hart ends bid for White House in 2004 bid collapse
Ottawa native Gary Hart, once a Democratic front runner, says he will not pursue the 2004 presidential race. He cites lack of enthusiasm for campaigning mechanics and outlines plans to write a book while remaining active on issues like homeland security. He has no plans for political office but will continue public commentary.
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