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Tornado Strikes Buffalo, Causing Significant Damage

The EF-1 tornado, part of a record-breaking year for New York, left a trail of destruction but no injuries.

  • The tornado, with wind speeds of 90 mph, touched down near downtown Buffalo, flipping cars and damaging buildings.
  • This tornado is the third to hit Erie County in a month and contributed to New York's record 26 tornadoes this year.
  • Emergency responders quickly assessed damage and began clean-up efforts, with some roads and traffic signals affected.
  • A nursing home and a high school were among the buildings damaged, but no residents or students were injured.
  • Governor Kathy Hochul assured that state emergency management is ready to provide support if needed.
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