Ocean Ridge Plantation was the scene of all three fatalities. The storm wounded 10.
“Our hearts go out to the families of those who’ve lost their lives, to the person who is still in critical condition, others who have been injured,” Cooper said in a press conference following his tour. “And in talking with people who’ve lost their homes but are safe, their priorities are in the right place. People seem to be very thankful that they are alive, even though their homes are damaged and they have a lot to rebuild.”
Ocean Ridge Plantation residents Kathy and Joe Arancio reflect after the tornado. (Port City Daily photo/Alexandria Sands)