Tornado devastates parts of Long Island; over 100 people caught in storm

A powerful storm system unleashed a tornado on Long Island, New York, on Thursday evening, leaving a trail of destruction. The National Weather Service confirmed the twister made landfall in Atlantic Beach after forming as a waterspout over the sea.

The Sun and Surf Beach Club bore the brunt of the damage, with strong winds tearing apart beach structures and sending furniture and debris flying. "The building started to shake during the impact, while the wind and debris hit the windows," described Richard Accarino, a club board member. "People took shelter in the interior rooms, fearing the glass would shatter."

Emergency services quickly arrived at the scene, searching the damaged buildings for anyone trapped. While the material damage was extensive, no serious injuries were reported. One individual suffered a minor head injury. The storm also caused widespread flooding, trapping some drivers in their vehicles, and led to power outages across the affected areas.

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The building started to shake during the impact, while the wind and debris hit the windows. People took shelter in the interior rooms, fearing the glass would shatter.