A powerful storm swept through the region late Tuesday night, unleashing wind and rain strong enough to alter the landscape in a matter of hours. Among the most striking losses was the collapse of a 115-foot replica of the Statue of Liberty—an instantly recognizable local landmark that had stood for years as both a novelty attraction and a familiar presence on the skyline. When the storm intensified, lightning flared across the horizon, trees bent under the force of the wind, and the replica endured a prolonged battering before finally giving way. By the time the structure fell, emergency crews were already navigating flooded roads, downed power lines, and scattered debris to secure the area.
