Miami County continues cleanup following storms

A fast-moving storm caused significant disruption across Miami County this afternoon. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported despite some serious incidents, including a tree falling onto a residence in Paola and a semi-truck rollover on K68 Highway diverting traffic.

Between 3:15 p.m. and 6:25 p.m., the Miami County Communications Center handled 91 non-emergency calls and 25 emergency (911) calls related to the storm.

Deputies responded to:

6 reports of debris in the roadway

5 downed power lines

1 leaning power pole

1 grass fire

2 non-injury accidents

1 motorist assist

City police and fire departments were also actively responding to storm-related incidents within their jurisdictions and opened storm shelters as a precaution.

We extend a sincere thank you to the Miami County, Kansas Road and Bridge Department, for their quick and effective response in clearing roadways. Crews will continue cleanup efforts over the next few days to address the remaining storm damage.