After severe weather on Saturday and multiple tornadoes, there have been reports of damage and multiple confirmed deaths in the state.
The National Weather Service estimates that an EF3 tornado with wind speeds between 136 miles per hour and 165 miles per hour tore through the county.
Madison County officials said there are six confirmed deaths in the county. On Sunday, emergency managers identified the victims as 63-year-old Melissa Bazley, 64-year-old Rodney Clark, 72-year-old Cecilia Lloyd, 37-year-old Michael Bolger 5-year-old Kenley Bolger and 2-year-old Owen Bolger. County officials said the deaths came from three different households.
Emergency managers said six people are being treated for injuries in the tornado outbreak.
The Red Cross has set up an emergency shelter at a New Bridge Church. Carver Road to Highway 92 is closed. County officials ask that people stay away from the damage areas.
Disaster proclamation:
Gov. Kim Reynolds has issued a disaster proclamation for Madison County.
The governor’s proclamation allows for state resources to help with response and recovery efforts. Additional counties may be added to the proclamation.
Residents can report damage to HomelandSecurity.Iowa.gov.
She also released a statement Saturday night saying quote: “Our hearts and prayers go out to all those affected by today’s tragic storms that ripped through our state.”
Reynolds toured the damage Sunday and described it as “just unbelievable.”
Madison County donation information:
The Greater Madison County Community Foundation (GMCCF) has established the Disaster Recovery Fund (DRF) to support those negatively impacted by the tornado that struck Madison County on March 5. The DRF provides an opportunity for the public to give with the reassurance their donations will be used to quickly move resources to where they are most needed and to adapt to evolving needs. The flexibility of the fund will ensure that the county will be able to respond to needs that are not being met by existing non-profit, local, state and federal programs.
The Community Foundation’s Advisory Board has committed an immediate $2,000 matched by $2,000 from Madison County Development Group to the DRF. To join us in giving to support our county through these uncertain times, visit www.desmoinesfoundation.org/givemadisoncountyor mail a contribution to 1217 N. Sixth Ave. Suite 3, Winterset, IA 50273.
KCCI viewers captured video of several tornadoes here.
Madison County emergency officials provide update:
KCCI tornado outbreak coverage:
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