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Santa Fe residents recount rare EF-1 tornado
KOAT • • nation
Key Points:
- An EF-1 tornado with peak winds of 110 mph struck Santa Fe, New Mexico, causing significant damage in the midtown area, including uprooted trees and damaged homes.
- Residents reported roofs torn off houses, solar panels crushed, and debris scattered, with some sheltering alone during the storm.
- The tornado was a rare event for the area, prompting fear and anxiety among locals who experienced strong winds and structural shaking.
- By Sunday, neighbors came together to assist with cleanup efforts, sharing tools like chainsaws and checking on each other's well-being.
- The community's response highlighted a strong sense of solidarity and support in the aftermath of the unusual weather event.
