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Multiple Tornadoes Cause Significant Damage In St. Lucie County

An apparent tornado caused by Hurricane Milton, tore the awning off a 7-Eleven convenient store, Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024, in Cape Coral, Fla. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier)

On Wednesday night, a series of tornadoes wreaked havoc in St. Lucie County, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake. According to St. Lucie County Sheriff Keith Pearson, the tornadoes caused extensive damage to buildings, homes, and critical county emergency response equipment.

Sheriff Pearson reported that the storm resulted in 'well over 100 homes' being damaged, with many homes being completely destroyed. The tornadoes, estimated to be at least six in number, tore through the county in a northern direction, leaving a path of devastation in their wake.

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