SHERWOOD TOWNSHIP, MI (WTVB) – The Branch County Office of Emergency Management has provided an update on the aftermath of the EF-2 and EF-1 tornados that touched down in Sherwood Township on Tuesday evening.
Director Tim Miner says the tornados caused significant damage along a six-mile path in Branch County.
The EF-2 tornado covered 19 miles across 2 counties. The maximum winds were estimated at 130 mph with a path 950 yards wide. There was one person injured. That person sought their own medical attention.
Miner adds nine homes were destroyed with another four homes sustaining major damage.
There were 24 homes that received minor damage while 19 homes experienced superficial damage.
Miner says this assessment does not include the dozens of agricultural structures and barns impacted by the tornado.
Branch County Road Commission crews continue to work on clearing debris, with Consumers Energy restoring utilities, and assisting residents with the recovery process.
The Michigan State Police Aviation Unit flew the entire tornado path. The Branch County Sheriff Drone Team surveyed the path on the ground, capturing detailed close-up images.
Residents are asked to avoid the affected area unless they have a legitimate reason to be there, as this will hinder recovery efforts. If your property was damaged, you can submit a damage report online at the following link: https://arcg.is/10ab1j
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