‘Avoid these areas’ | Morgan Co. sheriff warns of damage after severe storms
The Sunbright/Deer Lodge communities suffered damage after severe storms tore through the South.
WARTBURG, Tenn. (WVLT) - Officials with the Morgan County Sheriff’s Department asked the public to avoid the Sunbright/Deer Lodge communities after severe storms tore through the region.
Morgan County was on a tornado warning until 7:00 a.m., and officials believe that a small tornado did touch down, according to Captain Mike Wren with the Sheriff’s Department.
The National Weather Service did not confirm if the damage was caused by straight line winds or a tornado.
Sunbright City Park and Melton Drive are closed while first responders work to clear the debris and check on people living in the area.
Wren also said the damage was pretty extensive as powerlines and trees were down in the area, but there were only minor injuries. The Sunbright City Hall building also suffered severe damage as the roof was at least partially blown off.
This is a developing story.
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