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Powerful winds with gusts reported near 60 mph left damage and disruptions across Bucyrus, forcing business closures and creating hazardous conditions throughout the city.
Baker’s Pizza Suffers Major Roof Damage
One of the most visible impacts of the storm occurred at Baker’s Pizza, where witnesses reported a large portion of the building’s roof being peeled back by the force of the wind. The damage is significant enough that the longtime local restaurant has closed while owners assess the building’s structural integrity.
Retail Disruptions at Walmart and Kroger
Major retailers in Bucyrus also experienced operational issues during the storm. At Walmart, reports from inside the store indicated problems with refrigerated coolers and checkout registers, disrupting normal operations for shoppers.
Kroger experienced a brief power outage lasting about 10 minutes. The store’s backup generator activated quickly, but for a short time employees were unable to assist customers checking out or picking up prescriptions while systems reset.
Tree Crushes Vehicle at Route 4/98 Fork
A vehicle was traveling southbound on Marion Road near the State Route 4 and 98 fork when strong winds pushed a tree over onto the car. The falling tree crushed the vehicle, leaving it heavily damaged.
Storm Leaves Damage At Timken And Hymiler
Additional damage reports continued to come in after the storm. Workers at Timken in Bucyrus reported the facility was briefly without electricity and that part of the roof sustained damage during the high winds. Meanwhile, Hymiler reported sections of its fence were blown over as powerful gusts moved through the area.
Power Outages and Another Windy Day Ahead
Power outages are still being reported across parts of Crawford County following the storm, and AEP crews remain in the area working to restore electricity to affected homes and businesses. Forecasters are also warning that more wind is on the way. The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Advisory for Sunday from 2 p.m. through Monday at 8 a.m. Trees and poles weakened by Friday’s storm could still fall as additional strong winds move through the area.
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