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Prelim – Branson Missouri - An early
morning storm that brought high winds and a possible tornado raced
down the 'Strip' on Highway 76 in Branson Wednesday early morning
when most people were asleep in their beds.
Early reports of damage included the
Legends Theater and an unnamed hotel located on Gretna Road that
preliminary reports indicate may have partially collapsed. There were
also sketchy reports that the iconic Candlestick Restaurant may have
suffered some damage from the storm while another popular restaurant on the strip named Charlie's Steak and Ale incurred a broken water main. Emergency crews also reported
many trees and power-lines were down across area roads which may
complicate the morning commute.
One later report indicated some damage
to homes in the Powersite area, while Forsyth and Rockaway Beach seem
to have weathered the storm rather well with only minor damage reported.
As the sun came up on Wednesday morning, police had closed of Highway 76 also known as the 'Strip' along its entire length.One police report indicated that barricades have been ordered. If true, then early reports of extensive damage may prove true. Here s some early footage of the damage via OzarksFirst! I also submitted a short You Tube Video on this event!
