Debris from Tornadoes

Scenes of destruction showcasing debris from tornado-hit areas. The images depict damaged homes and scattered remnants, highlighting the aftermath of severe storms.

Washington, Ill., December 7, 2013 A truck is wrapped around a tree from from the Nov. 17, 2013 tornado in the Georgetown Common apartments. Residents impacted by the tornado are encouraged to register with FEMA by calling (800)-621-3362 or (TTY) (800) 462-7585 or online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov. Illinois Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, and Tornadoes. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Severe Storm Tornado - Mena, Ark. , April 15, 2009 Volunteers from a faith-based organization undertake the task of cleaning up the debris from an elderly woman's home destroyed on the evening of April 9 by an F3 tornado. Several western Arkansas counties were struck by five documented tornadoes that caused widespread damage that Thursday evening. FEMA .. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Washington, Ill., December 7, 2013 A truck is wrapped around a tree from from the Nov. 17, 2013 tornado in the Georgetown Common apartments. Residents impacted by the tornado are encouraged to register with FEMA by calling (800)-621-3362 or (TTY) (800) 462-7585 or online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov. Illinois Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, and Tornadoes. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Athens, Ala., May 14, 2014 Fierce straight line winds combined with a tornado flattened this neighborhood near Athens. Ed Edahl/FEMA. Alabama Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Mayflower, AR, May 7, 2014 - Tornado debris and damage on Dam Road in Mayflower, Arkansas following severe storms and a tornado on April 27. FEMA supports state, local and tribal governments in their recovery efforts following a natural disaster. Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 9, 2011 This home is now a twisted ruin after being hit by a tornado in Smithville Mississippi. FEMA provides funds to homeowners to help with the recovery. Howard Greenblatt/FEMA. Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Associated Flooding. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

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Aftermath - Aerial - 26-HK-296-167. Hurricane Katrina

Moore, Okla., May 21, 2013 Neighborhoods are destroyed from a tornado that passed through the area on May 20, 2013. Moore, OK, May 21, 2013--Neighborhoods are destroyed from a tornado that passed through the area on May 20, 2013.. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Severe Storm Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , June 23, 2011 Piles of residential debris sit in the right of way awaiting collection during Expedited Debris Removal. The city was struck by an EF5 tornado on May 22, 2011. FEMA is in Joplin to provide assistance to disaster survivors. Suzanne Everson/FEMA. Missouri Severe Storms, Tornadoes, And Flooding. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Aftermath and Relief - 26-HK-295-21. Hurricane Katrina

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Severe Storm Tornado - Henryville, Ind. , March 6, 2012 A number of homes and businesses were badly damaged by the tornadoes on March 2. FEMA, state and other disaster-response agencies surveyed the damaged areas of southern Indiana March 6 and 7 as four preliminary damage assessment teams combed the areas to determine the extent of damage. Michael Raphael/FEMA.. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Bonita Springs, FL, USA--November 4, 2022--Crews work to pull boats out of the canals and waterways that were damaged by Hurricane Ian.Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Disaster Scene from Deadly Tornado in Yazoo City, Mississippi. Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Mayflower, AR, May 2, 2014 ; Tornado debris and destruction at Mayflower RV on Interstate Drive in Mayflower, Arkansas after a tornado struck the community of Mayflower on April 27. FEMA supports state, local and tribal governments in their recovery efforts following a natural disaster. Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Eastbrooke mobile home park.. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Coast Guard Structures - Air Stations - New Orleans - 26-HK-95-237. AIRSTA NOLA--displaced boat among trees, near destroyed building. Hurricane Katrina

A Man Struggles Through the Debris of a House After a Tornado

A Home Buried by the Remains of a Hardware Store. Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Men pass by destroyed homes in Union Beach, NJ on 10.03.12 after Superstorm Sandy.

Lafayette, TN, 02/08/2008 Damaged homes from recent tornadoes that touched down on February 5, 2008. Lafayette, TN-Damage homes from recent tornadoes that touched down on February 5, 2008.. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Debris Field Where Neighborhood Used to Be.. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

House damaged by tornado, Alabama, USA

Homes and fence destroyed by storms, Limestone County, Alabama, USA

Allstate Sign and debris in front of house heavily hit by Hurricane Ivan in Pensacola Florida

MOORE, Oklahoma (May 22, 2013) -- Heather Heppler, a TACAMO spouse, assists Sailors as they volunteer in support of recovery efforts in Moore, Oklahoma after a devasting EF5 tornado. Task Force 124 also known as TACAMO (TAke Charge And Move Out), is located in the heartland of America at Tinker Air Force Base, Ok., and is responsible to Commander Naval Air Forces for manning, training and equipping the Navy squadrons responsible for Nuclear Command and Control Communications to the nationÕs nuclear triad mission.

Washington, Ill., December 7, 2013 Debris from the Nov. 17, 2013 tornado remain in the Georgetown Common apartments. Residents impacted by the tornado are encouraged to register with FEMA by calling (800)-621-3362 or (TTY) (800) 462-7585 or online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov. Washington, IL, Dec. 7, 2013-- Debris from the Nov. 17, 2013 tornado remain in the Georgetown Common apartments.. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Aftermath - Aerial - 26-HK-296-87. Hurricane Katrina

Tornado Damage in Lafayette.. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Severe Storm Tornado - Henryville, Ind. , March 6, 2012 Tornadoes tore through several communities in southern Indiana March 2, leaving behind a wide swatch of destruction and damaged homes and businesses, plus a number of deaths. This and other areas were hit so hard that it was difficult, if possible at all, to identify what the litter on the landscape had been. Michael Raphael/FEMA photo.. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , July 16, 2011 Nearly 90 days after a series of tornados struck Tuscaloosa on April 27, 2011, some residential homes still reveal extensive tornado damage along 15th Street near the intersection of Dr. Edward Hillard Drive and Cedar Crest. FEMA is monitoring extensive debris removal and clean-up iefforts n the area. Alabama Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Tornado - Concord, Ala. , May 4, 2011 To date, approximately 1. 5 million cubic yards of the debris has been removed from the affected areas. Operation clean sweep began to include 34 cities and 25 counties. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA. Alabama Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Severe Storms, Flooding, and Tornadoes, Chapman, KS, June 12, 2008 A residential neighborhood is left in tatters after an F-3 tornado ripped through town, destroying more than 65 homes and leaving another 175 with major and minor damage. A FEMA advance team was in Chapman within hours of the tornado striking.. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Severe Storms and Tornadoes, Lady Lake, Fla., February 6, 2007 This home was ripped apart by the recent central Florida tornadoes. Tornadoes are a highly destructive and dangerous force that should not be taken lightly. Mark Wolfe/FEMA.. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Homes and trees destroyed by storms, Limestone County, Alabama, USA

Severe Storm Tornado - Harrison, Tenn. , March 19, 2012 A pile of debris is all that is left of this home after the March 2nd tornado. Many homes were destroyed in this neighborhood, and FEMA is offering assistance to affected residents in ten Tennessee counties. Tennessee Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

FEMA and FEMA Corps DSAT Team with Survivors.. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Hurricane Katrina #1604

Destroyed Church in West Liberty. Kentucky Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding, Greensburg, KS, 5-12-07 - A destroyed home in Greensburg. The F5 tornado that recently stuck destroyed much of the town leaving the residents needing temporary housing. FEMA .. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Southern Baptist Volunteer with Debris Clean-up.. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Aerial of homes destroyed in Dade County Florida by Hurricane Andrew.

Tornado - Pratt City, Ala. , April 29, 2011 - Frank Hardy's home in Pratt City was demolished on April 27, 2011 when deadly tornadoes swept through Alabama. Under the direction of Hardy's high school friend Stan Smith, an architect with FD Moon & Company in Atlanta, the house is being rebuilt with wind-resistant construction techniques. FEMA photo/Frank Hardy. Alabama Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Windsor, CO, May 22, 2008 Windsor resident of Chimney Park walks out after a mile-wide tornado tore through the area damaging and distroying many homes. Photo: Michael Rieger/FEMA.. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Aftermath - Aerial - 26-HK-296-4. Hurricane Katrina

Salvage Engineering Response Team - Mobile Alabama - 26-HK-348-50. Hurricane Katrina

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Tornado - Concord, Ala. , May 4, 2011 Despite the removal of thousands of cubic yards of debris, millions of cubic yards remain on private property, which will have to be moved to the right of way. Disaster survivors begin the hard work of recovery, and take measures to remove the debris from their properties. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA. Alabama Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

tornado destruction in Tennessee 2020

Fire House Destroyed by Tornado

Damage with Survivors.. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Eastbrooke mobile home park.. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Tornado - Snow Hill, N. C. , April 25, 2011 Properties in Greene County, North Carolina await cleanup and recovery following the deadly tornadoes and severe storms that swept through the state on April 16, 2011. David Fine/FEMA. North Carolina Severe Storms, Tornadoes, And Flooding. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Arial View of Tornado Damage in Alabama. Alabama Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Aftermath - Aerial - 26-HK-296-140. Hurricane Katrina

PLEASANT GROVE, ALABAMA, USA. Tornados ripped through this small town outside Birmingham, AL flattening almost every building and every tree.

FEMA Corps DSAT Member in Destroyed Neighborhood.. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

121114-N-FA760-182. New York Hurricane Sandy. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Mayflower, AR, May 17, 2014 - A Team Rubicon volunteer removes debris from a home and property on Plantation Drive after the home was destroyed by a tornado on April 27. FEMA supports Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) as they help survivors recover from natural disasters. Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Coast Guard Lt. j.g. Trent Brown walks in a devastated neighborhood during an assessment for potential pollution threats after Hurricane Ian, in Sanibel Island, Florida, Oct. 27, 2022. The Coast Guard is working closely with federal, state and local partners to mitigate post-hurricane environmental impacts. (Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Lisa Ferdinando)

Mayflower, AR, May 7, 2014 - Tornado debris and damage on Pinetree Loop (near Dam Road) in Mayflower, Arkansas following severe storms and a tornado on April 27. FEMA supports state, local and tribal governments in their recovery efforts following a natural disaster. Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Coast Guard Petty Officer 1st Class Dustin Madden assesses a displaced boat for potential pollution threats after Hurricane Ian, in Sanibel Island, Florida, Oct. 27, 2022. The Coast Guard is working closely with federal, state and local partners to mitigate post-hurricane environmental impacts. (Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Lisa Ferdinando)

Coast Guard Lt. j.g. Trent Brown walks in the Duggers Tropical Village community during an assessment for potential pollution threats after Hurricane Ian, in Sanibel Island, Florida, Oct. 27, 2022. The Coast Guard is working closely with federal, state and local partners to mitigate post-hurricane environmental threats. (Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Lisa Ferdinando)

Mounds of Debris Await Removal... Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Aftermath - Aerial - 26-HK-296-8. Hurricane Katrina

Moore, Okla., June 8, 2013 Debris is piled up to a curb for collection in a neighborhood that was impacted by the May 20th tornado. Local residents are encouraged to apply for assistance with FEMA. Moore, OK, June 8, 2013--Debris is piled up to a curb for collection in a neighborhood that was impacted by the May 20th tornado. Local residents are encouraged to apply for assistance with FEMA.. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Potterville, Michigan, A home severely damaged by a tornado.

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Severe Storms and Tornadoes, Madisonville, Ky, December 8, 2005 - Nothing but the leaning west wall of a home's foundation remains after an F4 tornado struck it on the afternoon of November 15. Residents of Hopkins and Marshall counties in western Kentucky were declared eligible for federal disaster assistance on December first. Win Henderson/FEMA photo.. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Storm Survivors Search for Possessions.. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Household and Vegetative Tornado Debris in Alabama. Alabama Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Moore, Okla., May 22, 2013 Aerial views of the damage caused by the tornado that touched down in the area on May 20, 2013. FEMA continues to assist disaster survivors and are encouraged to register for assistance. Moore, OK, May 22, 2013--Aerial views of the damage caused by the tornado that touched down in the area on May 20, 2013. FEMA continues to assist disaster survivors and are encouraged to register for assistance.. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Residents Begin Cleanup after Deadly Alabama Tornadoes. Alabama Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Severe Storm Tornado - Oklahoma County, Okla. , May 24, 2010 These are two of the many homes severely damaged or destroyed in a city suburb by one of the 22 confirmed tornadoes on May 10. There were several F3 and two F4 twisters spawned by the system that swept the eastern half of the state. FEMA . Oklahoma Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Straight-Line Winds. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Dawson Springs, Kentucky, Damage from the December 2021 tornado that devasted towns in western Kentucky

House with tree damaged by tornado, Alabama, USA

25th Street. Missouri Severe Storms, Tornadoes, And Flooding. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

011052511 Tornadoes destroy AR town. Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, And Associated Flooding. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Mayflower, AR, May 4, 2014 - Tornado damage and debris on Plantation Drive after the Mayflower community was struck by a tornado on April 27. FEMA assists individuals and families and supports state, local and tribal governments in their recovery efforts following a natural disaster. Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Aerial view of damage done to trailers in Florida City, Florida by Hurricane Andrew.

Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding, Picher, OK, May 12 2008 Residents of Picher, Oklahoma try to clean up what's left after a powerful tornado struck the small town on May 10, 2008. Earl Armstrong/FEMA.. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Material from Vice Admiral Allen - Principal Federal Official - 26-HK-369-175. Hurricane Katrina

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , May 1, 2011 Homes and properties destroyed by the tornado April 27th await cleanup and recovery. FEMA photo / Tim Burkitt. Alabama Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Aftermath - Aerial - 26-HK-296-125. Hurricane Katrina

Tornado TN 1634.. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 9, 2011 This gift shop is one of many businesses destroyed by the tornado in Smithville MS. FEMA is in the area to assist those in need. Howard Greenblatt/FEMA. Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Associated Flooding. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Tornado - Monson, Mass. , June 5, 2011 Hundreds of homes were damaged when tornadoes struck Massachusetts on June 1st of 2011. Tornadoes are a rare occurance in this part of the country. FEMA provides funds to help homeowners recover from a disaster.. Tennessee Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Washington, Ill., December 7, 2013 A graduation robe hangs in a house closet in a neighborhood impacted by the recent tornado. Residents impacted by the tornado are encouraged to register with FEMA by calling (800)-621-3362 or (TTY) (800) 462-7585 or online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov. Washington, IL, Dec. 7, 2013--A graduation robe hangs in a house closet in a neighborhood impacted by the recent tornado.. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Many Homes in the Tornado's Path Were Totally Destroyed. Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Severe Storm Tornado - Ooltewah, Tenn. , March 24, 2012 This home looks like it did the day after the March 2nd tornado hit the neighborhood. FEMA is helping residents with disaster assistance, but registration is required before the process can begin. Tennessee Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Severe Storms and Tornadoes, Newtonia, Missouri, May 12, 2008 The owner of this repair shop near his home looks for recoverable items. The structure and his home were destroyed by the powerful tornado that ripped through southwest Missouri May 10. Michael Raphael/FEMA.. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Destroyed Commercial Area in Saline County.. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

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Bonita Springs, FL, USA--November 4, 2022--Crews work to cleanup debris in neighborhoods impacted by Hurricane Ian.Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Severe Storms and Tornadoes, Lady Lake, Fla., February 6, 2007 A nursery business was totally destroyed by the recent Florida tornadoes. Many people lost everything in the storms. Mark Wolfe/FEMA.. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Storm Survivors Begin Clean-up.. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Tornado - Pratt City, Ala. , July 17, 2011 Nearly 90 days after a series of tornados struck Pratt City and much of Alabama on April 27, many homes are still in need of demolition and/or repair. FEMA is working with the state of Alabama, local governments and volunteer agencies to help disaster survivors recover and rebuild.. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Tornado - Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 1, 2011 Disaster survivors return to their home sites to search for their belongings after a series of tornadoes destroyed homes in areas of rural Northeastern Alabama. President Obama signed Alabama's Major Disaster Declaration and ordered Federal aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in area's struck by severe storms. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA. Alabama Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Straight-line Winds. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Aftermath - Aerial - 26-HK-296-122. Hurricane Katrina

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