A devastating tornado tore through the small town of Greenfield, Iowa, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. Multiple fatalities have been reported, and at least a dozen individuals have been injured as a result of the powerful storm.
Images from Greenfield depict widespread devastation, with homes reduced to rubble, debris scattered across the area, and several large wind turbines toppled by the force of the tornado.
Sgt. Alex Dinkla of the Iowa State Patrol described the extent of the damage during a press conference, acknowledging the significant impact on the town. While an exact death toll has not been provided, Dinkla indicated that multiple fatalities have occurred, with more information expected to emerge in the coming days.
Greenfield, with a population of approximately 2,000 people, has seen numerous injuries due to the tornado. However, the local hospital sustained damage during the storm, prompting the transfer of injured individuals to medical facilities in nearby towns.
Governor Kim Reynolds expressed her intention to visit Greenfield to assess the situation firsthand. She pledged the full support of the state in aiding the recovery efforts, including providing resources for shelter, food, water, and power restoration.
Residents of Greenfield expressed shock and fear in the aftermath of the tornado, with one individual describing the experience as "very scary." The storm's impact extended beyond Greenfield, with neighboring counties also affected, including Adams County, where at least one storm-related fatality was reported.
The destruction was not limited to homes and infrastructure; several wind turbines in Adams County were severely damaged, with one catching fire.
The National Weather Service had issued tornado warnings and severe thunderstorm advisories across Iowa and other Midwestern states, highlighting the widespread nature of the severe weather outbreak on Tuesday.
