Cedar Rapids Marks Five Years Since Devastating Derecho

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From the outside, much of Cedar Rapids looks recovered from the derecho that hit five years ago. What you can’t see is the anxiety, the nightmares, the triggers

Cedar Rapids marks progress 5 years after derecho - Radio Iowa

Cedar Rapids marked the five-year anniversary today of the derecho that did tremendous damage — including ripping away some two-thirds of its tree canopy. City officials planted a Bur Oak tree in Jones Park as part of the ceremony, which City ReLeaf coordinator Carole Teator says is a sign.  “It represents progress, patience, and shared […]

Cedar Rapids celebrates 5-year derecho recovery milestone

Cedar Rapids Marks Five Years Since Devastating Derecho

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KWWL) — The City of Cedar Rapids hosted a free public event Friday to mark the five year anniversary of the 2020 derecho. The powerful storm left lasting damage to houses, trees, and took the life of…

Cedar Rapids marks 5 year anniversary of derecho

(Radio Iowa) – Cedar Rapids marked the five-year anniversary today (Friday) of the derecho that did tremendous damage — including ripping away some two-thirds of its tree canopy. City officials planted a Bur Oak tree in Jones Park as part of the ceremony, which City ReLeaf coordinator Carole Teator says is a sign. https://www.kjan.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/dd0808crremember1.mp3 City Manager Jeff Pomeranz says they will continue the recover…