Tornado hits a county in Britain: destruction, people evacuated - video
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A "mini-tornado" in Greater Manchester resulted in the evacuation of about 100 homes; no injuries were reported.
In the UK, in the county of Greater Manchester, residents of about 100 houses were evacuated due to a "mini-tornado". This was reported by Sky News, according to UNN.
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A "mini-tornado" hit the Carbrook and Millbrook neighborhoods in Steelbridge last night.
As noted, the tornado caused significant damage to property in one of Manchester's residential areas.
No injuries were reported, but many residents were forced to leave their homes in Stalibridge.
Services are clearing debris and removing fallen trees.The Tornado and Storm Research Organization said a detailed study of the area is needed before confirming that the damage was caused by a rare British tornado.
The Meteorological Service confirmed that the tornado was likely the result of a "supernuclear thunderstorm."
