Tornado Hits Easley and Seneca

Destruction on W South 4th St. in Seneca
Photo credit Emily Gill

First responders and clean up crews have been working to clean up the Seneca and Easley areas today following a tornado which struck early in the morning.

Trees and Power Lines Down in Townville

Many roads were blocked, becoming particularly congested just west of Seneca and Woodburn.

Trees Blocking Road in Seneca
Steve Nix Rd in Seneca Blocked by Trees

Buildings, cars, and construction were damaged.

Cleanup Crews Remove Debris in Seneca
Seneca Car Damaged By Tornado
Shed Damaged by Tornado

Sam Brown Road in Seneca had several trees downed in yards; some of which struck houses.

Workers Remove Debris Off Seneca Home
Workers Remove Debris Off Home in Seneca

The metal structure of a carwash being built on US-76 in Pendleton was twisted and lay crumpled on the ground.

Car Wash Construction Ruined by Tornado

Clemson University reported a few downed trees in the morning, which were cleared away by the afternoon.

Alerts on campus screens updated those still in the area.

Clemson Alert after Tornado.

The alert read, "Limited damage to campus, but many personnel had damage and/or are without power.  University closed state-wide and online instruction."

All photos by Emily Gill.

 

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