Strong Summer Storms Blackened Sky, Wind Damage From Texas to New York

July 29, 2012; 6:22 AM
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Storm reports from July 26, 2012

A tornado reported in Elmira, N.Y., knocked down large trees and ripped roofs off buildings.

"roof blown off in Elmira."
Adam Joensen

Photo: Damaged structure in Elmira, NY after earlier reported tornado via @WETM18News
@stormchaser4850

If you see this photo stating that it is the #Elmira tornado, it isn't. It was taken in 2005 in Palco, KS.
Scott McClellan

New Yorkers blasted Twitter and Instagram with photos of the sky as the storm rolled into the city.

Severe storm headed toward NYC. Now is the time to get inside.
NYC Mayor's Office (@NYCMayorsOffice)

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