[buccaneer81]

I used to live in downtown Springfield. This tornado came across the Memorial Bridge and did damage around the Civic Center, Chestnut St and the Quadrangle.

[ladyjane]

There is a terrific Dr. Suess sculpture garden and those museums by the Quad. I hope they weren’t damaged.

p.s. Downtown Springfield isn’t what you’d call residential.

[dfwgator]

I used to live in downtown Springfield. This tornado came across the Memorial Bridge and did damage around the Civic Center, Chestnut St and the Quadrangle.

Hope it stays away from the nuclear plant

(Sorry, couldn't resist)

[cantfindagoodscreenname]

Thanks, everyone. My sister in East Longmeadow is fine. My son (in Pittsfield) wanted to know why I was wondering if he was safe (I texted him). I don't know if he's pulling my leg or if he didn't know about the weather situation.

The Adirondacks have a strong wind advisory (up to 50 mph). I hope my son got some good survival training last week because he's going solo right now. :-)