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Severe Storms and Tornadoes Cause Widespread Damage in Western New York

Severe thunderstorms rolled through Western New York, resulting in multiple confirmed tornadoes across Seneca, Niagara, Genesee, and Orleans counties. The National Weather Service confirmed three tornadoes, including an EF-1 tornado in Olcott. The storms left extensive damage, with reports of power outages affecting over 5,000 residents in Seneca County alone. Cleanup efforts are underway in towns like Waterloo and Seneca Falls, where community members are coming together to assist those impacted. Tornado watches and warnings were issued throughout the region, prompting local authorities to urge caution. As residents begin to assess the damage, the NWS continues to investigate other possible tornado touchdowns.
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