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🌱 Patch AM: Storm topples trees, causes gas leak and home damage in Columbus

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  • Storm topples trees, causes gas leak and home damage in Columbus

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Weather forecast:

  • Monday: An afternoon thunderstorm, with a high of 95 and low of 68 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Tuesday: A thunderstorm in spots, temps: high: 92, low: 69.
  • Wednesday: Humid with a stray t-storm, with a high of 89 and low of 70 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Storm damage in Columbus: fallen trees cause gas leak, hit home (wtvm.com) — A strong Saturday thunderstorm downed trees at several Columbus locations, breaking a gas line at Woodland Drive and Alta Vista Drive and sending crews to repair the main. Another tree crashed through a home near Tip Top Drive, but neighbors say everyone is safe as they now turn to cleanup and repairs after the sudden damage.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I am extremely grateful for my neighbors.
    During the storm today, tree branches fell across my driveway blocking my exit. My neighbor David across the street came home and noticed the problem… (Nextdoor Windsor Park)
  • There are 2 baby squirrels in my yard that needs care after their nest was destroyed when the tree limb broke off and fell.
    If anyone is interested in nursing them back to earth, please come and get them. They're showing signs of life, but they're going to definitely need… (Nextdoor ClubviewHghts/HiltonWoods)
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Ok Columbus! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

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