Multiple Tornadoes Touch Down in Southern Colorado
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Updated: 8:15 AM Jul 30, 2009
Multiple Tornadoes Touch Down in Southern Colorado
Several severe thunderstorms moved through Southern Colorado Wednesday afternoon and evening, some producing tornadoes.
Posted: 9:43 PM Jul 29, 2009
Reporter: Sarah Schwabe
Email Address: sschwabe
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According to the National Weather Service, there were seven reports of tornadoes in a stretch from southeast Elbert County into Lincoln County. There were also three reports of tornadoes in Cheyenne County, and another one in western Baca County.

Law enforcement officials in Lincoln County say there are reports of a van trailer overturned, large tree branches snapped, a roof torn off a shed, and damage to a barn. Several power poles were knocked down. It is unclear at this time how many people are still without power.

Two foot hail drifts were also reported in Lincoln County.

No other damage reports have been released.

Stay with 11 News Storm Team for the latest on severe weather.


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Posted by: me Location: colo. springs on Jul 30, 2009 at 10:14 AM

No one has said anything about the rotating cloud over the springs around 2 or 2:30 yesterday. I saw it myself.
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