A line of severe thunderstorms moved into north central Kansas early the morning of the 24th. Hail to the size of half dollars fell, and winds to 70 mph were reported across the region. Minor damage was reported, mainly to tree limbs, power lines, and some structures. One home had it's roof partially torn off, and it's carport destroyed.

Lightning in OSAGE, KANSAS
From 24-MAY-08 01:30:00 to 24-MAY-08 01:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: POMONA RES
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

Four men were camping at Pomona Lake State Park. A thunderstorm rolled through, and lightning struck the tent in which the men were sleeping. The three men in the tent were injured, but the fourth man standing outside the tent near a tree was killed. It was reported that he was killed as he headed toward more sturdy shelter.

Thunderstorm Wind in DICKINSON, KANSAS
From 24-MAY-08 01:09:00 to 24-MAY-08 01:09:00 (CST-6)
Location: HERINGTON
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

There were several reports of power lines down in town, and shingles reported to have been torn off of several homes.

Thunderstorm Wind in REPUBLIC, KANSAS
From 24-MAY-08 00:11:00 to 24-MAY-08 00:33:00 (CST-6)
Location: BELLEVILLE
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

A shed was blown over near the begnning of the damage path, and a barn collapsed onto a tractor near the end.  Trees were reported down along the path, and a home on Nickel Road has it's roof partially torn off. The same home had it's carport destroyed. Tree limbs were reported down across Belleville. A house near the intersection of N and 24th Streets had a large limb fall onto a nearby power line and porch. A wall on the south side of the Belleville Car Wash was also blown down by the strong winds.  Wind damage continued along a swath from 6 miles south of Belleville to Hanover in Washington County.  Near Hanover, minor damage was reported across the town. A tree fell onto the roof of a home on the west side of the home, causing damage to a home.

Thunderstorm Wind in COFFEY, KANSAS
From 24-MAY-08 02:17:00 to 24-MAY-08 02:17:00 (CST-6)
Location: LEBO
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Two grain bins were damaged near the intersection of Highway 50 and Emmer Road. One of these bins was blown across a roadway.

Thunderstorm Wind in COFFEY, KANSAS
From 24-MAY-08 02:26:00 to 24-MAY-08 02:26:00 (CST-6)
Location: SHARPE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

The Bahr Storage storage unit was destroyed, and debris from the building was scattered across Hwy 75. Of note, the town's mural was painted on the east side of this now destroyed building. Several power lines were also snapped.

Hail in OSAGE, KANSAS
From 24-MAY-08 10:10:00 to 24-MAY-08 10:10:00 (CST-6)
Location: BURLINGAME
Magnitude: 0.88 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Thunderstorm Wind in CLOUD, KANSAS
From 23-MAY-08 23:43:00 to 23-MAY-08 23:48:00 (CST-6)
Location: JAMESTOWN
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Three to four inch diameter live tree limbs breaking as a result of the wind.

Thunderstorm Wind in MORRIS, KANSAS
From 24-MAY-08 01:20:00 to 24-MAY-08 01:21:00 (CST-6)
Location: WILSEY
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: County Official

Power lines and tree limbs reported down in the town of Wilsey.  Power was out to many of the town's residents.

Hail in WABAUNSEE, KANSAS
From 24-MAY-08 02:03:00 to 24-MAY-08 02:03:00 (CST-6)
Location: HARVEYVILLE
Magnitude: 1.25 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media