A sudden storm packing high winds affected numerous dwellings in and around the northwestern city of Moncion on Monday, 6 August 2018. Power was out for several hours and when electricity was finally restored, many residents in the area complained that a high voltage spike in electrical lines damaged electrical installations and household appliances. Internet service to many in the area was affected.
Authorities are evaluating the damage of the tornado that destroyed houses and toppled trees and electricity polls and signage in the province of Santiago Rodríguez.
Monción mayor Joselito Espinal estimated that at least 30 homes suffered considerable damage, including several building that lost their roof. The mayor said the storm lasted only 10 to 15 minutes. He said if it had been longer, the town would have been wiped out. The most affected areas were in Barrio Nuevo, Gurabo, El Rodeo, Durán, Cañada Grande, Cepillo and the center of Monción.
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Listin Diario
9 August 2018
