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VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — A local state of emergency has been declared after a tornado ripped through the Great Neck area of Virginia Beach.

Around 6 p.m. Sunday, a tornado was reported on the ground in the area of River Road and Great Neck, according to the City of Virginia Beach.

The Virginia Beach Fire Department responded to Haversham Close and Upper Chelsea Reach, areas close to Great Neck Road and Broad Bay, on several reports of storm-damaged homes.

The damage includes downed trees, roof collapses, and gas leaks. People also reported significant debris on the road and damage to boats, according to fire officials.

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