CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Va. — A tree collapsed into a Chesterfield home Monday evening amid severe thunderstorms, according to Chesterfield Fire and EMS.
Storms moved through the area around 6:30 p.m. The department said several trees are down in the area of Winterpock Road, including one into a house. No injuries have been reported, but two adults and a child are displaced.
Winterpock Road between McEnally Road and Springford Parkway was shut down as of 8 p.m. Several other areas have trees and power lines down.
"If you have to go out please take your time and drive safely," the department shared. "A few safety tips, always stay away from downed power lines, if you were cooking dinner and the storm knocked the power out make sure you turn off or unplug any cooking devices you were using. These make come back on when power is restored."
Chesterfield storm damage
Chesterfield Fire and EMS responded to over 30 incidents between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. with the majority being storm-related.
Officials say trees fell into four homes across the county, with two receiving significant damage.
Five people are displaced after two separate incidents in the county.
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