Greenfield, Iowa – A violent tornado tore through the heart of Greenfield yesterday, leaving a trail of devastation in its wake. The tight-knit community of 2,000 is reeling after the storm claimed four lives and injured at least 35 others.
Homes were flattened, trees uprooted, and familiar streets transformed into scenes of chaos. \"It's like something out of a movie,\" said local resident Sam Thompson. \"One minute, everything was normal; the next, it was pure havoc.\" 🎬🌪️
Rescue teams worked tirelessly throughout the day, sifting through the rubble in hopes of finding survivors. Iowa State Patrol Sergeant Alex Dinkla expressed the urgency: \"When we have this many homes destroyed, we want to make sure every person is accounted for.\"
The community's hospital was among the buildings damaged, prompting a makeshift medical center to be set up at the local lumberyard. Neighbors became heroes as they rushed the injured to safety. \"We pulled a guy from the rubble and made a stretcher out of whatever we could find,\" shared State Representative Ray Sorensen. \"It's incredible how everyone came together.\" 🤝❤️
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds declared a disaster emergency for 15 counties, describing the scene as \"horrific\" and pledging support for those affected. With more severe weather on the horizon, residents are urged to stay alert. ⛈️
As Greenfield begins the daunting task of rebuilding, the spirit of community shines bright. \"We may be down, but we're not out,\" said Thompson with determination. \"We'll get through this together.\" 💪✨
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
