HEADLINES & GLOBAL NEWS
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Jan 27, 2021 03:12 AM EST
Aside from injuring at least 30 individuals, the Fultondale tornado ripped through the area on Monday night which resulted in the death of a teenager and left a path of massive destruction in its wake.
According to the New York Times, Jefferson County Superintendent Dr. Walter Gonsoulin shared that the teenager who was killed was a 14-year-old ninth-grader in the area.
Gonsoulin also added that they are also currently determining as to how many students may be homeless after the Futondale tornado.
Due to the massive damage to the Fulton High School, officials doubt that the students can return to their classrooms this year.
Tornado rips through Alabama, killing 1 and causing significant damage
By David Aaro
Man surveys home destroyed by tornado in Alabama
Footage of the tornado damage was captured by Fultondale resident Michael Holloway. The Jan. 25 tornado killed one and injured several others. Credit - Michael Holloway via Storyful
The National Weather Service (NWS) in Birmingham, Ala., said the severe storm impacted the Fultondale area of Jefferson County, causing significant damage. We will inspect the damage to determine the strength of the tornado, the NWS wrote on Twitter.
Fultondale Police Chief D.P. Smith said a young man was killed when he was trapped in the basement of his home, according to AL.com.
Alabama was left in ruins as a dangerous tornado flew passed through the state overnight. The total amount of damages and injuries are still being evaluated.