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Greenfield tornado survivors share stories of resiliency amid devastation

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Talk of Iowa, hosted by Charity Nebbe

A swarm of violent storms hit Iowa Tuesday, including multiple tornadoes.

A deadly tornado tore through Greenfield, the county seat of Adair county, Tuesday.

On this episode of Talk of Iowa, Greenfield residents whose homes were either damaged or lost entirely by the storm share their stories. IPR reporter Grant Gerlock and NWS meteorologist Andrew Ansorge also discuss what is known about the storm itself.

Guests:

  • Minna Tootle, Greenfield resident
  • Grant Gerlock, IPR reporter
  • Shae Newbury, Greenfield resident
  • Haley Williams, Greenfield resident
  • Andrew Ansorge, meteorologist, National Weather Service Des Moines Office
Charity Nebbe is IPR's 'Talk of Iowa' host. She also hosts IPR's podcasts 'Garden Variety' and 'Unsettled'. Since 2010, Nebbe has interviewed, conversed with, and shared ideas from guests of all backgrounds and locations, and has helped listeners better understand, appreciate, and explore their state and the world around them. Nebbe has a bachelors degree from Iowa State University.
Samantha McIntosh is a talk show producer for Iowa Public Radio. She holds a bachelor's degree from St. Cloud State University. Since 2022, McIntosh has worked with IPR's talk team to bring news and features to IPR's listening audience.