Thunderstorm winds caused widespread tree damage, destroyed several farm buildings, and tore the roof off a house. The winds also caused damages to vehicles and homes from flying debris, and blew a camper and semi trailer off the road, injuring the semi driver.
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Thunderstorm winds caused widespread tree damage, destroyed several farm buildings, and tore the roof off a house. The winds also caused damages to vehicles and homes from flying debris, and blew a camper and semi trailer off the road, injuring the semi driver.
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1 thunderstorm wind. Local standard time, as filed.
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Every storm in South Dakota in 1998Every state in 1998This day in weather historyWarnings in South Dakota, June 1998
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