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EF-2 Tornado Strikes Kentucky, One Dead, Seven Injured

5/31/2025

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A devastating tornado tore through Washington County, Kentucky, on May 30, 2025, claiming one life and injuring seven. Classified as an EF-2, the storm unleashed winds of 115 mph, wreaking havoc on Long Run Road, where homes were obliterated. Emergency responders are on the ground, working tirelessly to assess the destruction and support recovery efforts.

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Story summary

A devastating tornado tore through Washington County, Kentucky, on May 30, 2025, claiming one life and injuring seven. Classified as an EF-2, the storm unleashed winds of 115 mph, wreaking havoc on Long Run Road, where homes were obliterated. Emergency responders are on the ground, working tirelessly to assess the destruction and support recovery efforts.