Severe weather has wreaked havoc across the United States, with millions of people from Texas to Vermont facing the threat of tornadoes, damaging winds, and hail. A deadly storm system tore through the Midwest, resulting in at least 18 reported tornadoes in Iowa alone. The city of Greenfield, Iowa, located 60 miles southwest of Des Moines, bore the brunt of the devastation.
The National Weather Service confirmed that a preliminary EF3 tornado struck Greenfield, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. The small town, home to 2,000 residents within less than two square miles, was nearly flattened by the powerful tornado. The aftermath of the disaster is evident, with debris scattered across fields and buildings reduced to rubble.
Reporters on the ground described scenes of utter devastation, with homes and structures completely decimated by the tornado. The extent of the damage is still being assessed, with officials conducting search-and-rescue operations to locate any missing individuals and provide aid to those affected.
Despite the familiarity of Iowans with tornadoes, the impact of this particular storm has left even seasoned officials shocked. Governor Kim Reynolds and other authorities have emphasized the urgent need for rebuilding efforts and assisting residents in returning to their homes.
The hospital in Greenfield was among the structures hit by the tornado, forcing medical personnel to set up a makeshift triage area in a lumberyard parking lot amidst debris. The situation remains dire as emergency responders work tirelessly to address the aftermath of the disaster.
