Weather
Tornado Causes Significant Damage in Princeton, No Injuries Reported
Emergency crews are responding to widespread storm damage in Princeton, Indiana after a tornado touched down in the area Thursday evening, leaving a trail of destruction across multiple neighborhoods.
According to the National Weather Service, a trained weather spotter confirmed a tornado in the area, reporting that the storm tore roofs off buildings and caused major structural damage.
The most heavily impacted area includes the vicinity of Seminary and Oak Streets, where multiple mobile homes sustained significant damage.
Officials on scene confirmed that power lines are down, contributing to hazardous conditions.
Residents are strongly urged to avoid the affected area, both for safety and to allow emergency personnel to conduct response and recovery operations.
Emergency management officials stated that, at this time, no injuries have been reported, and all residents in the damaged area have been accounted for.
The damage spans an estimated eight-block area, with visible destruction to homes, debris scattered across roads, and utility disruptions throughout the community.
Local authorities continue to assess the extent of the damage, and cleanup efforts are underway.
Further updates will be issued as more information becomes available.
DENVER, CO — The National Weather Service (NWS) in Denver has issued a Tornado Warning for southwestern Logan County and north-central Washington County in northeastern Colorado, effective until 5:45 p.m. MDT Friday.
At 5:11 p.m., weather spotters confirmed a tornado on the ground near Merino, approximately 11 miles southwest of Sterling, moving southeast at 20 miles per hour.
The storm system is producing a dangerous and damaging tornado, with the potential for:
- Flying debris posing serious risk to those outdoors or in vehicles
- Structural damage to homes, roofs, windows, and vehicles
- Uprooted trees and downed power lines
- Total destruction of mobile homes
Communities directly in the path of the tornado include:
- Merino
- Prewitt Reservoir
- Atwood
- Logan Corners
- Willard
- Messex
Residents in these areas should seek shelter immediately. The safest option is to move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building, away from windows and exterior walls.
Do not attempt to outrun the tornado in a vehicle. If no shelter is available, lie flat in a low-lying area and protect your head.
This is a confirmed tornado, not just radar-indicated. Immediate action is critical to ensuring safety.
Continue monitoring local media, NOAA weather radio, or official NWS alerts for real-time updates.