K-State campus' damage on June 12, 2008

These pictures were taken following the June 12, 2008 tornado that swept through Manhattan.

Ward Hall, the home to K-State's nuclear reactor, was damaged. Staff has already covered the roof to protect the reactor, which officials say remains safe and unharmed. View photo »

The Sigma Alpha Epsilon house's roof blew off and landed nearly 100 feet across the street. The people inside were safe. View photo »

K-State's Wind Erosion Laboratory sustained heavy damages. Photo submitted by Jennifer Hanni. View photo »

A closer look at K-State's Wind Erosion Lab. Photo submitted by Jennifer Hanni. View photo »

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