Downed power lines, snapped trees cause heavy damage and power outages

DAYTON, Ohio ( WDTN ) — The damage from the storm has been extensive across the Miami Valley, with large amounts of debris scattered.

2 NEWS reporter Sartaj Singh visited Shroyer Road where a power pole fell on the road Friday afternoon. Crews are working to repair the damages which has left an entire neighborhood without power for hours.

On Collins Court, an acorn tree that was situated on the Sinks’ property for 25 years snapped just after 5 p.m., hitting the side of their house and knocking down one of their gutters.

They described it as the whole house shaking, but are thankful no one was hurt.

“It sounded like an airplane hit the house,” said Joel Sinks, Moraine resident.

Joel and Brian Sinks were at home when the storm hit. They say while they knew the wind was going to be harsh, they did not expect a tree to hit their home.

“I was just sitting in my room doing homework, and the whole house just kind of started shaking… so I ran downstairs and tried to figure out what happened, looked out the window.. and it was all tree,” said Brian Sinks.

“It sounded terrible, the dogs were barking. I was afraid a tree had come into the house. Sort of relieved that it just hit the side of the house.” said Joel Sinks.

The family says that the rest of the home did not have any damage; they know it could have been worse.

“We will probably clear the wood ourselves. Not sure about the repairs, probably will have to hire somebody,” said Joel Sinks.

“We are definitely set on firewood right now,” said Brian Sinks.

Those who have been without power for more than four hours say they’re hoping it can be restored quickly so they can begin recovering after a tough weather day.

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