Clean up Efforts Continue After EF-2 Tornado Hits Bloomington

Clean up efforts continue after EF-2 tornado hits Bloomington

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. - Dozens are cleaning up after an EF-2 tornado touched down in Monroe County near Bloomington Friday evening. Several residential areas were impacted by the storm, including the Economy Inn off Old State Road 37. Amanda Prince lives in the complex and was in awe of what she saw in the sky that night. Monroe County provides details on reporting damage after Friday’s storm “There was a total funnel cloud, and it started to …

Community rallies after tornado devastates PALS Therapeutic Farm in Bloomington

Bloomington After an EF-2 tornado ripped through Bloomington, People and Animal Learning Services (PALS) is facing heartbreaking destruction.The storm, which brought winds strong enough to tear through buildings and uproot trees, completely destroyed PALS main barn and severely damaged other structures on the property.Despite the devastation, all of the horses survived without serious injury.Volunteers are gathering to begin the daunting cleanup…

Monroe County tornado recovery update as of May 20th

MONROE CO. – Several Monroe County residents were impacted by a strong storm and tornado that caused widespread damage. The following is some helpful information to help residents and businesses start the recovery process: Sheltering and Assistance The American Red Cross will host a shelter and resource center at the Sherwood Oaks Christian Church, 2700 E. Rogers, until 5:00 p.m. on May 20th. For the shelter, please enter through door 4 of the c…