SHAWNEE COUNTY—The National Weather Service confirmed there were seven tornadoes from storms that occurred in the area on May 18.

Four tornadoes were rated EF-1 with peak winds estimated at 95-100 mph. Three tornadoes occurred in open fields with no known damage. Fortunately, no injuries or fatalities were reported.

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                    </figure><p>SHAWNEE COUNTY—The National Weather Service confirmed there were seven tornadoes from storms that occurred in the area on May 18.</p><figure>
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                        <figcaption>NWS image from Monday, May 18</figcaption>
                    </figure><p>Four tornadoes were rated EF-1 with peak winds estimated at 95-100 mph. Three tornadoes occurred in open fields with no known damage. Fortunately, no injuries or fatalities were reported.</p>

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