Six Killed in Fort Pierce Tornado

A devastating EF3 tornado, spawned by Hurricane Milton, struck Spanish Lakes Country Club Village in St. Lucie County, resulting in the deaths of six residents, including three men and three women, aged 66 to 85. The St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office has released the names of the victims, expressing heartfelt condolences to their families. The tornado, described as unusually strong, caused extensive damage over a 21-mile path, with initial reports indicating wind speeds between 125 and 155 mph. In a separate incident in Fort Myers, the National Weather Service assessed tornado damage, with local residents like Barb and John Kelly recounting the emotional toll of losing their home and a memorial tree. While many areas are regaining normalcy with power restoration, significant destruction and debris remain evident in affected neighborhoods. Emergency services continue to conduct search-and-rescue operations in the aftermath of the storm.