CENTRAL NEW YORK (WSYR-TV) -- Severe storms ripped through two CNY counties, leaving tens of thousands without power, buildings in ruins, and The National Weather Service looking for answers.
Video courtesy of Ben Augustine.
In Oneida County, Rome was hit by a likely tornado. Areas in Downtown Rome, neighborhoods, and other nearby areas had buildings collapse, roofs blown off, trees down, bent street signs, broken traffic lights, windows, and more.
Video courtesy of Joe Woznica.
In Madison County, Canastota suffered from similar damages. Trees are down, roads are and many are still without power.
One person died as a result of the storm.
The village closed off Barlow Street for safety purposes after ripping up a resident's deck.
