Destructive Dajabon "tornado"

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The strong winds that passed through Dajabon Tuesday injured 38 people and damaged 225 homes, according to the Listin Diario. The "tornado" is also being blamed for knocking down trees and light posts as well as for damages to farms. Of the injured, 12 are military personnel and 26 are civilians. Government personnel are hard at work to clear roads and provide assistance. Stormy weather, nevertheless, is expected to continue throughout the country. The Center for Emergency Operations (COE) declared a state of emergency in Dajabon. COE has also called for a green alert in Santo Domingo, Santiago, Puerto Plata, San Francisco de Macoris, Trinidad Sanchez, Samana, Sanchez Ramirez, and Hato Mayor. Diario Libre reports that damages total US$150 million.

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