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Tornado Chaos Hits Rome, NY: Cleanup and Solidarity Ensue

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Take a look at the aftermath of the tornado chaos in Rome, NY as residents unite to clean up the destruction. #RomeNY #Tornado

A confirmed tornado wreaked havoc in Rome, NY, leaving a trail of destruction and chaos. The day after the disaster struck, Rome residents came together in solidarity to clean up the aftermath of the storm. Nearly two dozen buildings suffered structural damage, with four completely destroyed, showcasing the intensity of the tornado.

The storm not only hit Rome but also ravaged Canandaigua in upstate NY, causing widespread devastation. The National Weather Service confirmed the tornado touchdown in Rome, emphasizing the impact of the severe weather in the region. Images captured in Rome displayed the scale of the disaster, with residents starting the difficult task of recovery.

Sadly, amidst the chaos, one person lost their life due to the severe storms and tornadoes that swept through New York State. The destruction left thousands without power and caused significant damage to homes and buildings. The StormTracker 2 Weather team provided real-time updates on the situation, keeping the public informed of the ongoing severe weather conditions.

As recovery efforts continue, the aftermath of the EF2 tornado in Rome serves as a stark reminder of the power of nature. The community's resilience in the face of adversity shines through as residents band together to rebuild and support each other during these challenging times.

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Tornado leaves destruction in Rome, NY (WWNY)

A confirmed tornado in ...

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One day after tornado strikes, Rome residents clean up in solidarity ... (Utica Observer Dispatch)

Damage is still being assessed, but four buildings were destroyed in the storm and nearly two dozen others have structural damage.

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Tornado, storms ravage Rome and Canandaigua in upstate NY. The ... (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle)

Here's the latest on the devastating storms and tornadoes that hit upstate New York this week.

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Tornado confirmed in Rome Tuesday, National Weather Service ... (CNYcentral.com)

โ€” It is confirmed a tornado touched down in Rome, New York on Tuesday afternoon. The National Weather Service in Binghamton is currently surveying storm damage ...

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PHOTOS: Rome begins recovery from EF2 tornado (Rome Sentinel)

A day after an EF2 tornado touched down, Joe Drake, right and his brother Clenard Drake, hang out on their porch watching workers cut up downed trees as ...

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One dead as storms cause devastation and leave thousands without ... (NBC News)

Severe storms and at least four tornadoes ravaged New York State overnight, leaving a trail of destruction and at least one person dead, with hundreds of ...

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IN PHOTOS: Storm Damage in Rome After Radar-Confirmed ... (WKTV)

The StormTracker 2 Weather team announced a radar-confirmed tornado in the Rome area during Tuesday afternoon's line of storms.

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Governor Hochul Visits Storm Ravaged City of Rome and Updates ... (ny.gov)

Governor Hochul Declared Statewide State of Emergency as Severe Thunderstorms Hit Communities Throughout New York. More Than 50 Members of the National ...

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