continue investigation,

“We haven’t been able to do this for the last cou ple years,” chairperson Clay McConnell said. “Your attendance is an indication people want to get back together and have these opportunities to see each

The storm became fatal as it continued its path of destruction on Sandy Ridge Road.

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“In total, five fatalities occurred along Sandy Ridge Road at three separate residences,” the report said.

Two more fatalities were recorded on County Road 140, at the eastern end of the road.

“At least five manufactured homes were blown away with their frames thrown considerable distances,” the report continued. “Several vehicles were picked up and thrown, and one pickup truck had its cab separated from the bed.”

The storm continued to do damage in Autauga County, but the worst of the damage seems to have been in the three mile stretch of County Road 43 to County Road 42. According to the NWS, wind speeds reached at least 150 mph.

“Based on the damage scene and con -