Storm Fergus: Leitrim village closed overnight after tornado causes severe damage 

Storm Fergus: Leitrim village closed overnight after tornado causes severe damage 

A house with its roof blown off. Picture: Gerry Faughnan

Storm Fergus has seen severe winds sweep across Co Leitrim with some locals saying a "tornado" hit the village.

The freak weather event has caused damage to property and cars with residents saying squally winds resembling a tornado hit the area. 

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