A mysterious disaster has struck the town of Columbia, Mississippi. A devastating tornado ripped through the town shortly after 4 p.m. CST on Wednesday amidst severe thunderstorms that had erupted over the Gulf Coast states. Reports from WJTV indicate that numerous businesses in Columbia have suffered damages due to the storm. Over 70 power poles were broken in the area, leading to widespread power outages that utility crews are diligently working to restore as of Thursday morning.
While the destructive tornado left at least 20 homes damaged, there is a silver lining as no injuries have been reported thus far. Columbia Mayor Justin McKenzie expressed gratitude for the emergency responders, lauding their exceptional efforts in managing the crisis. “Everything that’s been damaged can be rebuilt,” Mayor McKenzie assured the community, emphasizing resilience in the face of adversity.
The National Weather Service (NWS) office in Jackson, Mississippi, is set to conduct a storm survey to assess the intensity of the tornado that struck Columbia. Meanwhile, residents are advised to brace themselves for another round of severe weather anticipated over the weekend, as a potent storm system tracks across the eastern United States.
Live coverage from the AccuWeather Network captured radar images of the supercell thunderstorm making its way through Columbia, Mississippi on Wednesday afternoon, depicting the destructive force of nature that wreaked havoc on the town.
