One Killed When Tornado Downs Tree Onto Escambia Home

June 16, 2023

One person was killed in a tornado during Thursday night’s severe weather in Escambia County.

The fatality occurred at 8:38 p.m. in the 500 block of Coker Lane off West Jackson Street in West Pensacola.

Escambia County Public Safety said the fatality occurred at 8:38 p.m. when a tree fell on top of a residential structure due to a tornado in the area.

Public Safety said the victim was trapped beneath the tree inside the home. They were pronounced deceased at the scene. A name has not been released.

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2 Responses to “One Killed When Tornado Downs Tree Onto Escambia Home”

  1. DB on June 17th, 2023 9:23 pm

    Same here. Sorry for the families loss.

  2. Charlotte Bates on June 17th, 2023 12:43 am

    So sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family and friends.