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Tornado tears through Bridgeport CT damaging blocks
A suspected tornado struck Bridgeport as a fast line of storms moved through the Northeast. Nine buildings collapsed or were severely damaged, with dozens of injuries reported and thousands left without power. Mayor Finch declared a state of emergency as residents sheltered indoors.
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Jacqueline Arroyo
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United Illuminating
Connecticut Light & Power
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