Chapman Kansas Tornado
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Chapman, Kansas Tornado - June 11, 2008
On the night of June 11, 2008, a powerful tornado ripped through Chapman, Kansas. Much of the town was severely damaged, including all of the school buildings.
Nearly four years have passed since that devastating night in June 2008. The schools have been rebuilt and the town has returned to a state of normalcy. Photos and videos of the Chapman, KS tornado damage can be seen below. You will also find information about Chapman, Kansas in general.
Nearly four years have passed since that devastating night in June 2008. The schools have been rebuilt and the town has returned to a state of normalcy. Photos and videos of the Chapman, KS tornado damage can be seen below. You will also find information about Chapman, Kansas in general.
The Spirit of the Fighting Irish
The strength of the community of Chapman, Kansas can be seen in the determination to rebuild and survive as a small rural town. While the tornado of June 11, 2008 left the town's schools, churches, and many homes in ruins, the spirit of the Fighting Irish remains strong!
The task of rebuilding Chapman, KS was not a single-handed process. Many businesses and neighboring Kansas communities played a significant part in restoring the livelihood of this small Kansas town. The town of Chapman, Kansas also received national recognition on the TV program, Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, featuring the story of one Chapman family and the rebuilding of their home.
The task of rebuilding Chapman, KS was not a single-handed process. Many businesses and neighboring Kansas communities played a significant part in restoring the livelihood of this small Kansas town. The town of Chapman, Kansas also received national recognition on the TV program, Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, featuring the story of one Chapman family and the rebuilding of their home.
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Tornado Damage at Chapman Schools
Dickinson County Kansas USD 473
Although tornado damage left the schools in Chapman unusable, school started on time with classes being held in mobile classrooms and other buildings. The schools in Chapman have since been rebuilt and you can learn more by visiting Unified School District 473 - Chapman.
The following slideshow features pictures of the tornado damage in early September 2008.
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Chapman Tornado Videos
The Chapman tornado struck during the night so if anyone has video footage of the weather in Chapman late that evening, actually seeing the tornado was nearly impossible. However, the aftermath of that weather event is clearly evident in the following videos available at YouTube.
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Did you experience the Chapman tornado?
Were you directly or indirectly affected by the tornado that struck the town of Chapman, Kansas? Feel free to share your experience here! Whether you are a past or present Chapman resident, tornado survivor, tornado chaser or enthusiast, please share your thoughts on this webpage! You don't have to be a member of Squidoo to leave comments!
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queen2010
Dec 9, 2011 @ 3:03 am | delete
- Great lens, and thank you for visiting my site...I appreciate it so much
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johnny
Aug 20, 2011 @ 5:33 pm | delete
- i cant believe the town i went to kindergarden ran the streets played in the creek is gone . i cant believe it.
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Michael
May 28, 2011 @ 9:31 am | delete
- My dad had been stationed at Fort Riley military base for years and lived in Chapman, Ks. His home was completely destroyed in the tornado. Our family is from Indianapolis so we aren't new to tornadoes. I as a kid, and my family experienced two others growing up one in Indy and the other when we lived in Dallas. But Chapman tornado was the worst much of the town was gone many military families losing everything, out of our friends most had to move back to their home states because they could not rebuild on what insurance money gave... we now live in Florida where we could buy a home for what we had. It's been a struggle not only for us but everyone..
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VickiSims
Oct 16, 2010 @ 5:41 pm | delete
- I live far from Chapman in an area that doesn't have tornadoes, but I've always found them fascinating. I'm sure it is much less fascinating if one destroys your home or if someone you know is killed or injured.
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jgelien Nov 13, 2009 @ 11:29 am | delete
- I did not experience this tornado or know anyone who did. I do have a cousin who's two week old baby was picked up by a tornado that destroyed the mobile home she was sleeping in. The tornado carried the baby and dropped her in someone's yard two blocks away. She was physically unhurt but had screaming nightmares for a long time after. This was in Oklahoma. You mid-westerners are made of courageous stuff!
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Where is Chapman, Kansas?
Dickinson County Kansas
The town of Chapman, KS is located in Dickinson County and is roughly in the northcentral/northeastern part of the state. Visit the interactive Google Map below to find an address or to simply browse.
Facts About Chapman, Kansas
Dickinson County Kansas
The population of 67431 is 2,260.
That's #17214 out of all 42,305 zip codes.
96% of the population is white, which is 22 points more than the national average.
The average household income in 67431 is $42,286, which is $12,588 more than the typical average.
This contributes to the average house being worth $67,600. When the survey was done in 2000, that represented a difference of -14% from the typical value.
Men make up 49% of the population, and the typical age in this part of KS is 39.5.
Stats about: Chapman, KS
Population: 2,260Number of Households: 958
Average House Value: $67,600
Average Income per Household: $42,286
Elevation: 1,153 ft
Population Breakdown:
Chapman, Kansas Area Jobs
Jobs in Dickinson County and Geary County Kansas
Are you searching for a new job? Indeed Jobs provides current job listings for Chapman, Kansas and the surrounding area. Here are some of the current job openings available in Dickinson County and Geary County.
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- City of Junction City, KS
City of Junction City (052412a) The City of Junction City announces the following job opening: Part-Time Customer Service Representative : Provides... ... - Lead Child and Youth Program Assistant
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Department of the Army - Fort Riley, KS
Support Warfighters and their families with well- being services, infrastructure, environmental and fiscal stewardship, and other installation services to... ... - Child and Youth Program Assistant
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Department of the Army - Fort Riley, KS
Support Warfighters and their families with well- being services, infrastructure, environmental and fiscal stewardship, and other installation services to... ... - Family Readiness Support Assistant (OA)
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Department of the Army - Fort Riley, KS
Civilian employees serve a vital role in supporting the Army mission. They provide the skills that are not readily available in the military, but crucial to... ... - Trainee Hourly Store 43 Junction City
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Walmart - Junction City, KS
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Chapman, Kansas High School Yearbooks
Reprints of USD 473 Chapman High School Yearbooks
Did your Chapman High School or Dickinson High School yearbook get damaged or lost in the Chapman Tornado on June 11, 2008? Here are some reprints of Chapman High School and Dickinson High School yearbooks from various years!
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