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Tornado Rips Through Aldershot, Damaging Homes and Trees

The mile-long tornado caused significant property damage but no injuries, as residents and emergency services rallied to secure the area.

  • The Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (Torro) tracked the tornado's path to be 2km long, with a preliminary rating of T1 or T2, indicating mild to moderate intensity.
  • Emergency services, including crews from Rushmoor and Surrey fire and rescue services, responded quickly to secure the affected areas.
  • Significant damage was reported in multiple locations, including Cadnam Close, Lower Farnham Road, and Osprey Gardens, with trees uprooted and roofs damaged.
  • Residents described the event as terrifying, with intense swirling winds and debris flying, but fortunately, no injuries were reported.
  • Local MP Alex Baker and community members praised the collective effort in the cleanup and securing of damaged properties.
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