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Tornado cleanup to happen in Vidalia
TOOMS COUNTY, Ga. (WSAV)- After last week’s devastating tornado in Toombs County, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, civic organizations, local businesses, and churches in the area are coming together to support the community in its time of need. These groups have organized a community-wide effort to help clear debris and provide assistance. […]
Neighbors pick up the pieces after Toombs County storm
VIDALIA, Ga. (WSAV) – A possible tornado tore through parts of Toombs County Thursday, and now neighbors are left to pick up the pieces. Nearly 3,000 Toombs County residents woke up without power Friday morning, according to the local emergency director. Some woke up with trees through their roofs. “Yesterday was a day where you’re […]
Toombs County: Trees down, power out, and homes destroyed in Vidalia
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV)– Friday morning, some people woke up to damage while others rode out the storm with no problems. Vidalia was one of the hardest-hit spots in our area. News 3 had reports of downed trees, which is an indication that the wind was extreme and severe in spots. Officials will be out to […]
Vidalia cleans up after widespread storm damage, no injuries reported after tornado
VIDALIA, Ga. (WTGS) — Toombs County residents are cleaning up after suffering heavy property damage during Thursday's severe weather. "We're extremely blessed and fortunate we've had no reports of injuries or even fatalities," said Doug Roper, the Mayor of Vidalia. Vidalia was one of the hardest-hit towns in the...
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