Warwickshire News Mine

Several reports have indicated that the damage was caused by a mini-tornado in the area.  The main damage caused has been the loss of roof tiles to properties in the area, the most severe damage caused in Kingfisher Way where approximately 10 properties were severely damaged.

Nuneaton & Bedworth Borough Council Officers have visited the area and have confirmed that there is no structural damage to the properties, the damage mainly isolated.

Both the Police and Fire and Rescue have attended the scene. 

Leader of Warwickshire County Council, Alan Farnell said:
"We’re all shocked at the suddenness of this freak weather on Nuneaton.
I commend the swift action of our emergency services who were out early to answer the call of local residents.

"I know the area very well and would also pay tribute to the local community
who pulled together to offer support to their neighbours."

Incident Commander of Warwickshire County Council’s Fire and Rescue Service, Chris Thompson:

"We were called to the incident at 6.23am and have four appliances in attendance including a hydraulic platform from West Midlands fire and rescue service. We are currently making the area safe moving debris from houses. The fire and emergency support service is in attendance providing residents with insurance and welfare advice."

Councillor Dennis Harvey, Leader of Nuneaton & Bedworth Borough Council and Ward member for Camp Hill said:

‘This is a significant blow to the residents on Mallard Avenue and Kingfisher Way area of Camp Hill.  We have been fortunate enough not to have sustained any structural damage to the properties in the area; however the extensive damage to roofs has caused much disruption for the residents in the area.  The council is offering as much support as possible to residents, and now we have our cleansing team in the area clearing the debris that has been left behind.’

Christine Kerr, Chief Executive of Nuneaton & Bedworth Borough Council said:

‘Our council officers on site have confirmed that there is no apparent structural damage to the properties which would leave any resident in danger, however we do advise residents not to stand under the eves of the houses should there be any further roof tiles lost’

Advice has also been received from the Association of British Insurers, who have reassured residents that buildings and contents insurance policies will cover damage caused by severe weather.  Further information will be posted on the Nuneaton & Bedworth website, http://www.nuneatonandbedworth.gov.uk.

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