Strong winds caused dangerous driving conditions in the Kansas City area on Tuesday evening, with semi-trailers being blown off Interstate 635 in Riverside and the driver needing rescue. Reports of power outages, tree limbs down, and large trees blocking roadways were noted in various parts of Kansas City, Liberty, Tonganoxie, and Bonner Springs. Two houses in Tonganoxie and Bonner Springs were struck by lightning. The storms also caused power outages and knocked down trees and power lines in Polo, Missouri, leaving the city without power. Law enforcement reported road blockages from Hamilton to Polo due to fallen trees and power lines. The severe weather prompted the postponement of Kansas City-area fireworks shows. The powerful winds were at near hurricane force as they swept through the metro area, causing significant damage and disruptions. Residents were urged to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel until the storm subsided. Emergency management teams were working to clear roads and restore power to affected areas. The extent of the damage caused by the storms was still being assessed, but it was clear that the city had been hit hard by the severe weather.
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The Kansas City area is devastated by severe storms, causing damage to trees, power lines, and semis
