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In 1986, thunderstorms caused major flash flooding in Leavenworth, Kansas. Officially, there were 10.37 inches of rain, but unofficial reports exceeded 12 inches. Officially, Kansas City measured 5.08 inches, establishing a daily record for July. && In 1936, North Dakota recorded its highest state temperature ever. The mercury reached an astounding 121 degrees in the town of Steele, located in South-Central North Dakota.

 


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