Two — and possibly three — tornadoes struck Western New York on Thursday. Our staff raced into action to survey the damage and interview witnesses.

Storm damage in Hamburg. Photo: Harrison Drozen

Part of a large tree that fell when a tornado passed by on Thursday, July 20, 2017. The tree destroyed patio furniture. Photo: Addison Barth

Noelle Barth, of Hamburg, inspects damage around her home following Thursday’s tornado. Photo by Addison Barth.

Hamburg residents survey damage from Thursday’s tornadoes. Photo: Harrison Drozen