Tragic Tornado Strikes East Tennessee, Claiming Lives and Causing Severe Damage
A devastating tornado swept through eastern Tennessee, particularly affecting Morgan County, resulting in the tragic deaths of a mother and her daughter. The tornado, classified as an EF-2 by the National Weather Service, caused significant damage in the Deer Lodge and Sunbright areas, leaving multiple buildings destroyed and at least three others injured. Authorities confirmed that two tornadoes touched down during the severe weather outbreak, which impacted five counties in total. Governor Bill Lee plans to visit the area to assess the damage and support recovery efforts, as local agencies work to assist victims of this catastrophic weather event.
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