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Devastation in the blink of an eye
Chad Singleton, son of Washington County Probate Judge-Elect Charles Singleton, said he dove for his closet when he realized the loud noise he was hearing was a tornado. "I was lying in my bed listening to the rain and wind when I heard a loud intense rushing noise," he said. "When I heard things hitting the house, I knew what it was." The twister touched down on Beaver Dam Road at the Singleton home around 5:40 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 15, according to Washington County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) Director Stewart Jackson. He said the tornado took out a number of out-buildings and caused roof and other damage to homes and automobiles.
In addition to the Singletons' home, damage was also reported at residences located on Circle Road. Evidence that the tornado touched down behind Stonewall Church was reported as well. Electrical power for many residents in the area was knocked out for sometime when a main power line was taken out. Crews from Clarke-Washington Electric Membership Cooperative (CWEMC) worked for hours to repair the downed line. Members of the community, including most members of the Yarbo Volunteer Fire Department, neighbors and family members responded to those in need of help following the event. Many assisted with clearing roadways, removing debris from homes and covering roofs that were damaged with tarps. Some also provided food and drinks for the victims and volunteer workers.
Jackson said he was somewhat surprised to see the community pull together so quickly the way it did. "There's a lot to be said for all of the volunteers who participated in the cleanup effort," he said. "The volunteer fire departments are the backbone of this county."
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