The residents of Plasencia are still shaken by the strong winds or "mini-tornado" that struck the city last Friday afternoon. Many say they had never experienced anything like it : it was a time of uncertainty, of seeking shelter, and of not knowing what might happen.
José Antonio recounts that he was paralyzed, "in shock." " It looked like hell ," he recalls. " Everything was flying everywhere , and in a matter of 30 seconds , everything was destroyed; it's impossible." From his home, he witnessed the force of the wind tearing objects away, shattering windows, and even blowing solar panels off their hinges .
Yohana , who was working at a bar, explained that the sky suddenly darkened and they barely had time to clear the terrace . Everything was enveloped in an atmosphere of surprise, fear, and astonishment as the situation spiraled out of control in just a few moments.
Today, municipal services continue cleaning the most affected areas , and these efforts have also been joined by Civil Protection volunteers , who are collaborating to restore normality as soon as possible.
In the coming days, the full extent of the damage will be assessed and reported to the insurance companies . In addition, the City Council will open a dedicated office next week to manage any potential aid for those affected.
(Translated by Google)
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