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Selected Work (December 2024)
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In the evening hours of April 29, 2022, a strong and well-documented multi-vortex tornado moved through the city of Andover, located in the state of Kansas. The tornado tracked 12.8 miles (20.6 km) through the area, injuring three and inflicting severe damage to structures located on the eastern side of Andover.
The tornado first touched down southwest of Andover in Sedgwick County, producing EF0 and EF1 damage to farmsteads and other buildings. The tornado rapidly intensified as it approached the town, damaging numerous structures at EF2 intensity prior to entering city limits. The tornado reached EF3 intensity in eastern Andover, where it destroyed several multi-story homes and damaged a YMCA fitness center that served the town. The tornado was on the ground for 21 minutes while tracking 12.8 miles (20.6 km) through the area.