Health department worker identified as victim of Westmoreland, Kansas tornado
A 58-year-old woman has been identified as the victim of Tuesday's tornado in Westmoreland, Kansas.
Ann Miller worked for the Pottawatomie County, Kansas Health Department.
"Ann was the welcoming face of the Health Department for many years," said Becky Ryan, public information officer for Pottawatomie County. "She was a good neighbor and a good friend to everyone. We miss her and will be here to support her family during this difficult time."
According to the National Weather Service, three others were injured by the tornado.
NWS officials gave the tornado an EF3 rating, which included a maximum wind speed of 140 mph.
The 100-yard-wide tornado destroyed 22 homes and damaged 13 others.
"People are working very well together," said Mark Jack, the mayor of Westmoreland. "We have more than enough resources and help. The response has been a bright spot during a dark time for our town. We appreciate all the volunteers, emergency responders, and essential personnel who are helping us navigate our recovery from this disaster. In particular, I would like to thank the American Red Cross, Salvation Army, and the Great Plains United Methodist Disaster Response Team for their rapid response in our time of need."
According to the county, 500 volunteers helped out in Westmoreland on Wednesday.