Mini tornado hits Wyndham Vale street

Damage caused by an early morning storm in Eppalock Drive, Wyndham Vale. Pictures: Adem Saban

A mini tornado that tore through Wyndham Vale this morning has left Eppalock Drive looking like a war zone.

Wyndham SES’ unit commander Laurie Russell said a number of homes on the street have sustained extensive damage to roofs and fencing.

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“The damage varies from home to home, we’re currently dealing with a total of 78 jobs,” he said.

“We have two crews with four volunteers out at the moment, and we’re expecting to get some help from other units.”

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He said he believed Wyndham Vale is the hardest hit area in the state from this morning’s storms.

A tree also came down on Point Cook Road at around 7am, not far from Seabrook Primary School.

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Police were at the scene diverting traffic.

Mr Russell said due to the high volume of calls, the SES passed the call-out to council.

More to come.