Survivor tells her story in storm ravaged Harrisburg
Ruby Milligan a longtime resident of Dorrisville recalls the Wednesday tornado that devastated her south Harrisburg neighborhood. She and her husband Bert rode out the twister with their family as six front windows shattered and a roof awning was torn away. Neighbors and relatives began cleanup and rebuilding while Gov. Quinn toured the area. Their son Earl said the insured home offers some comfort after the disaster.
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Storm gains and aftermath reshape Harrisburg area
Sports editor Les Winkeler recounts escaping a severe storm that damaged homes and town structures near Harrisburg. He describes his family's safe shelter, the neighborly search for loved ones, and widespread destruction with roofs lifted and a nearby building flattened before cleanup began hours later.
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Tornado toll rises as Harrisburg officials assess damage
Six people died when an EF4 tornado struck Harrisburg and surrounding areas early Wednesday. Victims include Jaylynn Ferrell, 22, and Mary Ruth Osman, 75, both of Harrisburg, funeral services planned for Saturday. About 300 homes were heavily damaged. several neighborhoods, including Country Club Hills, faced extensive destruction. Officials reported mass casualty trauma at Harrisburg Medical Center and implemented a curfew and emergency posts to coordinate relief.
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