Micro Burst in Idaho devastates famous Beck's Cantaloupe crop

written by

Pamela Rozsa

posted on

July 17, 2024

June 2024 storm destroys crops and impacts quality of seasonal cantaloupes.

"The NWS report revealed the damage is consistent with a wet microburst. The storm's powerful straight-line winds flattened wheat and corn crops, ripped aluminum siding off outbuildings, and flipped over a small shed and a camper. Ten power poles were shattered at their bases, but they had already been replaced at the time of the survey." Headline news captures hurricane/tornado like Micro-Burst event that is devastating to Beck's crops and more! Want to learn more:

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