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Mon May 1, 2023, 07:50 AM May 2023

Virginia Beach struck by tornado, dozens of homes damaged

Virginia Beach struck by tornado, dozens of homes damaged

The Associated Press

May 1, 2023, 4:34 AM



VIRGINIA BEACH, Va (AP) — The City of Virginia Beach declared a state of emergency after a tornado moved through the area Sunday and damaged dozens of homes, downed trees and caused gas leaks.

City officials said it’s unclear how many homes had been damaged but they estimated between 50 and 100, after the tornado touched down just after 6 p.m., WTKR-TV reported.

City Manager Patrick Duhaney declared a state of emergency Sunday night. ... Much of the damage had been reported in the area of River Road and N. Great Neck Road. It also includes Upper Chelsea Reach and Haversham Close.

There were no immediate reports of injuries.

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