And im dawn jefferies. This is the strongest tornado to ever hit appomattox county. According to the National Weather service. The ef3 tornado. Covered 13 miles. Killing one person in its path. State police say 78yearold Edward Harris was thrown from his home. He was found last night in an area nearby. 7 others were hurt. Now the community is pitching in. To help those impacted. Wsls tens duke joins us now live from appomattox county. Duke. You spoke to the coach of the Appomattox County High School football team. What is he saying about his players supporting the community . Football coach doug smith is very proud of his players on the team giving back and helping the community aww work work he says there are about 25 members helping to clean the debris left behind from the storm. Some have been out removing of the churches impacted by the storm. The coach is glad to see his players volunteering. Doug smith appomatto x County High School football coach it makes me feel great last nigh
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