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A year after the tornadoes: North Nashville recovers slowly

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Sam Brown gets a hug from Carlita Sanford outside his home Wednesday, March 3, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. Brown gathered family and friends to have a balloon release to commemorate the anniversary of a tornado that demolished his original home one year ago.
Sam Brown gets a hug from Carlita Sanford outside his home Wednesday, March 3, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. Brown gathered family and friends to have a balloon release to commemorate the anniversary of a tornado that demolished his original home one year ago.
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Sam Brown and his wife Tina Brown gathered friends and family outside their home Wednesday, March 3, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. for a balloon release commemorating the anniversary of a tornado that demolished their original home one year ago.
Sam Brown and his wife Tina Brown gathered friends and family outside their home Wednesday, March 3, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. for a balloon release commemorating the anniversary of a tornado that demolished their original home one year ago.
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Sam Brown and his wife Tina Brown gather with friends and family outside their home Wednesday, March 3, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. for a balloon release commemorating the anniversary of a tornado that demolished their original home one year ago.
Sam Brown and his wife Tina Brown gather with friends and family outside their home Wednesday, March 3, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. for a balloon release commemorating the anniversary of a tornado that demolished their original home one year ago.
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A cross rests against the home of Sam and Tina Brown Wednesday, March 3, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. The Browns held the gathering to release balloons commemorating the anniversary of a tornado that demolished their original home one year ago.
A cross rests against the home of Sam and Tina Brown Wednesday, March 3, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. The Browns held the gathering to release balloons commemorating the anniversary of a tornado that demolished their original home one year ago.
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Sam Brown hands out balloons to family and friends outside his home Wednesday, March 3, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. Brown held a gathering to have a balloon release to commemorate the anniversary of a tornado that demolished his original home one year ago.
Sam Brown hands out balloons to family and friends outside his home Wednesday, March 3, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. Brown held a gathering to have a balloon release to commemorate the anniversary of a tornado that demolished his original home one year ago.
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Sam Brown and his wife Tina Brown gather friends and family outside their home Wednesday, March 3, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. The Browns held the gathering to release balloons commemorating the anniversary of a tornado that demolished their original home one year ago.
Sam Brown and his wife Tina Brown gather friends and family outside their home Wednesday, March 3, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. The Browns held the gathering to release balloons commemorating the anniversary of a tornado that demolished their original home one year ago.
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Mary Strickland 73, and life long North Nashville resident gathers with four generations of her family at her home Wednesday, March 3, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. for a balloon release commemorating the anniversary of a tornado that demolished her original home one year ago.
Mary Strickland 73, and life long North Nashville resident gathers with four generations of her family at her home Wednesday, March 3, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. for a balloon release commemorating the anniversary of a tornado that demolished her original home one year ago.
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Sam Brown takes a moment to look at his home on 16th Ave. N Thursday, Nov. 5, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. Brown decided to serve as his own contractor to rebuild his demolished home after a tornado ripped through the neighborhood in March 2020. In the past year Brown has had to stop and restart his construction process as he struggles to finance his rebuilding efforts.
Sam Brown takes a moment to look at his home on 16th Ave. N Thursday, Nov. 5, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. Brown decided to serve as his own contractor to rebuild his demolished home after a tornado ripped through the neighborhood in March 2020. In the past year Brown has had to stop and restart his construction process as he struggles to finance his rebuilding efforts.
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Daniel McDaniel stands outside his 24th Ave. North home after bringing lunch to members of Hope Force International, a charity organization, who are repairing his  tornado damaged home Friday, Feb. 12, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. McDaniel was uninsured when a tornado ripped through the neighborhood in March 2020.
Daniel McDaniel stands outside his 24th Ave. North home after bringing lunch to members of Hope Force International, a charity organization, who are repairing his tornado damaged home Friday, Feb. 12, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. McDaniel was uninsured when a tornado ripped through the neighborhood in March 2020.
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Tracey Watkins connects to a web meeting for work at her home on 24th Ave. N. Friday, Feb. 12, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. Watkins has slowly gotten her home repaired after the tornado ripped through her neighborhood in March 2020.
Tracey Watkins connects to a web meeting for work at her home on 24th Ave. N. Friday, Feb. 12, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. Watkins has slowly gotten her home repaired after the tornado ripped through her neighborhood in March 2020.
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Sam Brown tosses bricks at his home on 16th Ave. N Thursday, Nov. 5, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. Brown decided to serve as his own contractor to rebuild his demolished home after a tornado ripped through the neighborhood in March 2020. In the past year Brown has had to stop and restart his construction process as he struggles to finance his rebuilding efforts.
Sam Brown tosses bricks at his home on 16th Ave. N Thursday, Nov. 5, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. Brown decided to serve as his own contractor to rebuild his demolished home after a tornado ripped through the neighborhood in March 2020. In the past year Brown has had to stop and restart his construction process as he struggles to finance his rebuilding efforts.
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A homesite along 24th Ave. N. is for sale Friday, Feb. 12, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. Some property owners along 24th Ave. N. have decided to sell their property after a tornado ripped through the neighborhood in March 2020.
A homesite along 24th Ave. N. is for sale Friday, Feb. 12, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. Some property owners along 24th Ave. N. have decided to sell their property after a tornado ripped through the neighborhood in March 2020.
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Mayor John Cooper along with Rep. Harold Love and Metro Council Member Brandon Taylor and others take a walking tour of tornado recovery efforts Wednesday, March 3, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. A year ago tornado ripped through Middle Tennessee damaging many homes in North Nashville.
Mayor John Cooper along with Rep. Harold Love and Metro Council Member Brandon Taylor and others take a walking tour of tornado recovery efforts Wednesday, March 3, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. A year ago tornado ripped through Middle Tennessee damaging many homes in North Nashville.
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Mayor John Cooper and Kathy Floyd-Buggs talk with North Nashville home owner Roderick Owens outside his home during a walking tour of tornado recovery efforts Wednesday, March 3, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. A year ago Owens’ home was demolished by a tornado that ripped through Middle Tennessee.
Mayor John Cooper and Kathy Floyd-Buggs talk with North Nashville home owner Roderick Owens outside his home during a walking tour of tornado recovery efforts Wednesday, March 3, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. A year ago Owens’ home was demolished by a tornado that ripped through Middle Tennessee.
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North Nashville home owner Sam Brown gives Deputy Mayor Brenda Haywood a hug his home during a walking tour of tornado recovery efforts Wednesday, March 3, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. A year ago Brown’s home was demolished by a tornado that ripped through Middle Tennessee.
North Nashville home owner Sam Brown gives Deputy Mayor Brenda Haywood a hug his home during a walking tour of tornado recovery efforts Wednesday, March 3, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. A year ago Brown’s home was demolished by a tornado that ripped through Middle Tennessee.
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Tracey Watkins points to where her roof and ceiling were damaged in her 24th Ave N. home Thursday, Aug. 13, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. A tornado ripped through the North Nashville neighborhood March 3, 2020 damaging homes early that morning.
Tracey Watkins points to where her roof and ceiling were damaged in her 24th Ave N. home Thursday, Aug. 13, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. A tornado ripped through the North Nashville neighborhood March 3, 2020 damaging homes early that morning.
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Repairs continue on a house along 23rd Ave. North Monday, Aug. 24, 2020  Nashville, Tenn. A tornado ripped through the North Nashville neighborhood March 3, 2020 damaging homes and businesses early that morning.
Repairs continue on a house along 23rd Ave. North Monday, Aug. 24, 2020 Nashville, Tenn. A tornado ripped through the North Nashville neighborhood March 3, 2020 damaging homes and businesses early that morning.
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Steve LaForge and Alan Sowell of Hope Force International, a charity organization, work to repair the tornado damaged home of Daniel McDaniel along 24th Ave. N. Friday, Feb. 12, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. McDaniel was uninsured when a tornado ripped through the neighborhood in March 2020.
Steve LaForge and Alan Sowell of Hope Force International, a charity organization, work to repair the tornado damaged home of Daniel McDaniel along 24th Ave. N. Friday, Feb. 12, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. McDaniel was uninsured when a tornado ripped through the neighborhood in March 2020.
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Steve LaForge and Alan Sowell of Hope Force International, a charity organization, work to repair the tornado damaged home of Daniel McDaniel along 24th Ave. N. Friday, Feb. 12, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. McDaniel was uninsured when a tornado ripped through the neighborhood in March 2020.
Steve LaForge and Alan Sowell of Hope Force International, a charity organization, work to repair the tornado damaged home of Daniel McDaniel along 24th Ave. N. Friday, Feb. 12, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. McDaniel was uninsured when a tornado ripped through the neighborhood in March 2020.
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Sam Brown looks out a window as he checks the progress of work at his home on 16th Ave N. Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. Brown decided to serve as his own contractor to rebuild his demolished home after a tornado ripped through the neighborhood in March 2020. In the past year Brown has had to stop and restart his construction process as he works to rebuild his home.
Sam Brown looks out a window as he checks the progress of work at his home on 16th Ave N. Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. Brown decided to serve as his own contractor to rebuild his demolished home after a tornado ripped through the neighborhood in March 2020. In the past year Brown has had to stop and restart his construction process as he works to rebuild his home.
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Daniel McDaniel stands outside his home along 24th Ave N. Thursday, Aug. 13, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. His home is still in need of repair after a tornado ripped through the North Nashville neighborhood March 3, 2020 damaging homes early that morning.
Daniel McDaniel stands outside his home along 24th Ave N. Thursday, Aug. 13, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. His home is still in need of repair after a tornado ripped through the North Nashville neighborhood March 3, 2020 damaging homes early that morning.
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Sam and Tina Brown look at the progress of their home as they rebuild on 16th Ave. N. Monday, Aug. 17, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. A tornado ripped through the North Nashville neighborhood March 3, 2020 flattening Brown’s home early that morning. Brown has had to become his own contractor to help defray the cost of rebuilding his home, and has had to navigate dealing with their insurance company to cover repair costs. They were denied federal relief funds, Brown said, and have had to rely on financial help through loans, family and friends.
Sam and Tina Brown look at the progress of their home as they rebuild on 16th Ave. N. Monday, Aug. 17, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. A tornado ripped through the North Nashville neighborhood March 3, 2020 flattening Brown’s home early that morning. Brown has had to become his own contractor to help defray the cost of rebuilding his home, and has had to navigate dealing with their insurance company to cover repair costs. They were denied federal relief funds, Brown said, and have had to rely on financial help through loans, family and friends.
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Sam Brown checks the progress of work at his home on 16th Ave N. Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. Brown decided to serve as his own contractor to rebuild his demolished home after a tornado ripped through the neighborhood in March 2020. In the past year Brown has had to stop and restart his construction process as he struggles to finance his rebuilding efforts.
Sam Brown checks the progress of work at his home on 16th Ave N. Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. Brown decided to serve as his own contractor to rebuild his demolished home after a tornado ripped through the neighborhood in March 2020. In the past year Brown has had to stop and restart his construction process as he struggles to finance his rebuilding efforts.
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Sam Brown looks over an electrical approval card as he checks the progress of work at his home on 16th Ave N. Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. Brown decided to serve as his own contractor to rebuild his demolished home after a tornado ripped through the neighborhood in March 2020. In the past year Brown has had to stop and restart his construction process as he struggles to finance his rebuilding efforts.
Sam Brown looks over an electrical approval card as he checks the progress of work at his home on 16th Ave N. Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. Brown decided to serve as his own contractor to rebuild his demolished home after a tornado ripped through the neighborhood in March 2020. In the past year Brown has had to stop and restart his construction process as he struggles to finance his rebuilding efforts.
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Sam Brown walks past his home as he rebuilds on 16th Ave. N. Monday, Aug. 17, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. A tornado ripped through the North Nashville neighborhood March 3, 2020 flattening Brown’s home early that morning.
Sam Brown walks past his home as he rebuilds on 16th Ave. N. Monday, Aug. 17, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. A tornado ripped through the North Nashville neighborhood March 3, 2020 flattening Brown’s home early that morning.
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North Nashville home owner Sam Brown listens to comments from Mayor John Cooper outside his home during a walking tour of tornado recovery efforts Wednesday, March 3, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. A year ago Brown’s home was demolished by a tornado that ripped through Middle Tennessee.
North Nashville home owner Sam Brown listens to comments from Mayor John Cooper outside his home during a walking tour of tornado recovery efforts Wednesday, March 3, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. A year ago Brown’s home was demolished by a tornado that ripped through Middle Tennessee.
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A sign rests in the yard at Sam Brown’s 16th Ave N. homesite Wednesday, July 22, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. A tornado ripped through the North Nashville neighborhood March 3, 2020 demolishing homes early that morning.
A sign rests in the yard at Sam Brown’s 16th Ave N. homesite Wednesday, July 22, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. A tornado ripped through the North Nashville neighborhood March 3, 2020 demolishing homes early that morning.
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An American flag flies on a utility pole at Sam Brown's 16th Ave N. homesite Wednesday, July 22, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. A tornado ripped through the North Nashville neighborhood March 3, 2020 demolishing homes early that morning.
An American flag flies on a utility pole at Sam Brown's 16th Ave N. homesite Wednesday, July 22, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. A tornado ripped through the North Nashville neighborhood March 3, 2020 demolishing homes early that morning.
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Then: A woman looks through her refrigerator after it was ripped out of her home at Underwood St. and 16th Ave. N. A tornado ripped the wall off the home in the Elizabeth Park neighborhood Tuesday, March 3, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn.
Then: A woman looks through her refrigerator after it was ripped out of her home at Underwood St. and 16th Ave. N. A tornado ripped the wall off the home in the Elizabeth Park neighborhood Tuesday, March 3, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn.
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Now: A house at the corner of Underwood St. and 16th Ave. N stands repaired Monday, Aug. 17, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. A tornado ripped through the North Nashville neighborhood March 3, 2020 damaging homes early that morning.
Now: A house at the corner of Underwood St. and 16th Ave. N stands repaired Monday, Aug. 17, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. A tornado ripped through the North Nashville neighborhood March 3, 2020 damaging homes early that morning.
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Then: Residents of a home at Underwood St. and 16th Ave. N. try to figure out their next steps after a tornado ripped the wall off their home in the Elizabeth Park neighborhood Tuesday, March 3, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn.
Then: Residents of a home at Underwood St. and 16th Ave. N. try to figure out their next steps after a tornado ripped the wall off their home in the Elizabeth Park neighborhood Tuesday, March 3, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn.
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Now: A home at the corner of Underwood St. and 16th Ave N. has been repaired Wednesday, July 22, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. after it was damaged by a tornado March 3. A tornado ripped through the North Nashville neighborhood March 3, 2020 demolishing homes early that morning.
Now: A home at the corner of Underwood St. and 16th Ave N. has been repaired Wednesday, July 22, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. after it was damaged by a tornado March 3. A tornado ripped through the North Nashville neighborhood March 3, 2020 demolishing homes early that morning.
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Tracey Watkins looks out the door of her 24th Ave. North home Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2020  Nashville, Tenn. While trying to repair her home after the March 3 tornado, Watkins has had to navigate financial hurdles, like fighting with her insurance company to cover repair costs. She was denied federal relief funds, Watkins said, and has had to dip into her savings.
Tracey Watkins looks out the door of her 24th Ave. North home Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2020 Nashville, Tenn. While trying to repair her home after the March 3 tornado, Watkins has had to navigate financial hurdles, like fighting with her insurance company to cover repair costs. She was denied federal relief funds, Watkins said, and has had to dip into her savings.
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Tracey Watkins stands on the porch of her 24th Ave. North home Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. While trying to repair her home after the March 3 tornado, Watkins has had to navigate financial hurdles, like fighting with her insurance company to cover repair costs. She was denied federal relief funds, Watkins said, and has had to dip into her savings.
Tracey Watkins stands on the porch of her 24th Ave. North home Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. While trying to repair her home after the March 3 tornado, Watkins has had to navigate financial hurdles, like fighting with her insurance company to cover repair costs. She was denied federal relief funds, Watkins said, and has had to dip into her savings.
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Tracey Watkins walks past her neighbors' homes along 24th Ave N. Thursday, Aug. 13, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. A tornado ripped through the North Nashville neighborhood March 3, 2020 demolishing homes early that morning.
Tracey Watkins walks past her neighbors' homes along 24th Ave N. Thursday, Aug. 13, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. A tornado ripped through the North Nashville neighborhood March 3, 2020 demolishing homes early that morning.
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Tracey Watkins prepares a meal for her family at her 24th Ave. North home Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2020  Nashville, Tenn. While trying to repair her home after the March 3 tornado, Watkins has had to navigate financial hurdles, like fighting with her insurance company to cover repair costs. She was denied federal relief funds, Watkins said, and has had to dip into her savings.
Tracey Watkins prepares a meal for her family at her 24th Ave. North home Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2020 Nashville, Tenn. While trying to repair her home after the March 3 tornado, Watkins has had to navigate financial hurdles, like fighting with her insurance company to cover repair costs. She was denied federal relief funds, Watkins said, and has had to dip into her savings.
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Tracey Watkins looks through her mail outside her 24th Ave. North home Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2020  Nashville, Tenn. While trying repair her home after the March 3rd tornado Watkins has had to navigate financial hurdles, like fighting with her insurance company to cover repair costs. She was denied federal relief funds, Watkins said, and has had to dip into her savings.
Tracey Watkins looks through her mail outside her 24th Ave. North home Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2020 Nashville, Tenn. While trying repair her home after the March 3rd tornado Watkins has had to navigate financial hurdles, like fighting with her insurance company to cover repair costs. She was denied federal relief funds, Watkins said, and has had to dip into her savings.
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Tracey Watkins talks about her struggles to repair her 24th Ave. North home Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. Since the March 3 tornado, Watkins has had to navigate financial hurdles, like fighting with her insurance company to cover repair costs. She was denied federal relief funds, Watkins said, and has had to dip into her savings.
Tracey Watkins talks about her struggles to repair her 24th Ave. North home Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. Since the March 3 tornado, Watkins has had to navigate financial hurdles, like fighting with her insurance company to cover repair costs. She was denied federal relief funds, Watkins said, and has had to dip into her savings.
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A sign along 24th Ave N. says the home has been condemned Thursday, Aug. 13, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. Many homeowners have not be able to make the necessary repairs or rebuild after a tornado ripped through the North Nashville neighborhood March 3, 2020 demolishing homes early that morning.
A sign along 24th Ave N. says the home has been condemned Thursday, Aug. 13, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. Many homeowners have not be able to make the necessary repairs or rebuild after a tornado ripped through the North Nashville neighborhood March 3, 2020 demolishing homes early that morning.
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A home along 17th N. has been demolished and the debris removed Wednesday, July 22, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. after it was damaged by a tornado March 3rd. A tornado ripped through the North Nashville neighborhood March 3, 2020 demolishing homes early that morning.
A home along 17th N. has been demolished and the debris removed Wednesday, July 22, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. after it was damaged by a tornado March 3rd. A tornado ripped through the North Nashville neighborhood March 3, 2020 demolishing homes early that morning.
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Shortly after a tornado struck, Michael Warren took a photo on his phone of a house that was destroyed across 16th Ave N from a house he owns. The house has been torn down and now the lot is empty. A tornado destroyed parts of the block of 16th Avenue North between Cockrill and Underwood streets in Nashville, Tenn. Tuesday, May 26, 2020.
Shortly after a tornado struck, Michael Warren took a photo on his phone of a house that was destroyed across 16th Ave N from a house he owns. The house has been torn down and now the lot is empty. A tornado destroyed parts of the block of 16th Avenue North between Cockrill and Underwood streets in Nashville, Tenn. Tuesday, May 26, 2020.
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North Nashville resident Luana Allen wipes away tears as she gets help from Marie King of the Tornado Recover Connection during the Beautiful Black Joy: A North Nashville Block Party! at the McGruder Family Resource Center Saturday, June 27, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn.
North Nashville resident Luana Allen wipes away tears as she gets help from Marie King of the Tornado Recover Connection during the Beautiful Black Joy: A North Nashville Block Party! at the McGruder Family Resource Center Saturday, June 27, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn.
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North Nashville residents were able to receive help from the Tornado Recovery Connection during the Beautiful Black Joy: A North Nashville Block Party! at the McGruder Family Resource Center Saturday, June 27, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn.
North Nashville residents were able to receive help from the Tornado Recovery Connection during the Beautiful Black Joy: A North Nashville Block Party! at the McGruder Family Resource Center Saturday, June 27, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn.
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North Nashville resident Darsel Brown,right, listens to Teara Robinson of the Tornado Recovery Connection as she gets help to repair her home during the Beautiful Black Joy: A North Nashville Block Party! at the McGruder Family Resource Center Saturday, June 27, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn.
North Nashville resident Darsel Brown,right, listens to Teara Robinson of the Tornado Recovery Connection as she gets help to repair her home during the Beautiful Black Joy: A North Nashville Block Party! at the McGruder Family Resource Center Saturday, June 27, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn.
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A tornado destroyed a home that was here on 16th Avenue North between Cockrill and Underwood streets in Nashville, Tenn. March 3, 2020. Here's what it looks like on Tuesday, May 26, 2020.
A tornado destroyed a home that was here on 16th Avenue North between Cockrill and Underwood streets in Nashville, Tenn. March 3, 2020. Here's what it looks like on Tuesday, May 26, 2020.
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Michael Warren walks with his contractor Trina Frierson as they look at a house he owns at the corner of 16th and Underwood in North Nashville on Tuesday, May 26, 2020. A tornado destroyed parts of the block on March 3.
Michael Warren walks with his contractor Trina Frierson as they look at a house he owns at the corner of 16th and Underwood in North Nashville on Tuesday, May 26, 2020. A tornado destroyed parts of the block on March 3.
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A March 3, 2020 tornado twisted this street sign and destroyed parts of the block of 16th Avenue North between Cockrill and Underwood streets in Nashville, Tenn. Here's what it still looks like Tuesday, May 26, 2020.
A March 3, 2020 tornado twisted this street sign and destroyed parts of the block of 16th Avenue North between Cockrill and Underwood streets in Nashville, Tenn. Here's what it still looks like Tuesday, May 26, 2020.
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A March tornado destroyed this home that only has the foundation, steps and a mailbox left on16th Avenue North between Cockrill and Underwood streets in Nashville, Tenn. Tuesday, May 26, 2020.
A March tornado destroyed this home that only has the foundation, steps and a mailbox left on16th Avenue North between Cockrill and Underwood streets in Nashville, Tenn. Tuesday, May 26, 2020.
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Josh Murphy of 615 Holdings Inc. talks with homeowner Sam Brown as debris from his homesite, along 16th Ave. North, is removed Thursday, March 26, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. Brown’s home was flattened by the March 3rd tornado that ripped through Middle Tennessee.
Josh Murphy of 615 Holdings Inc. talks with homeowner Sam Brown as debris from his homesite, along 16th Ave. North, is removed Thursday, March 26, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. Brown’s home was flattened by the March 3rd tornado that ripped through Middle Tennessee.
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Anton Nesbit watches his daughter Joanna, 3, ride her  tricycle outside their home along 14th Ave. North Thursday, March 26, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. Their home was damaged by the March 3rd tornado that ripped through Middle Tennessee. Nesbit said he’s apprehensive about having repairs done during the “Safer at Home” order given by the Metro Health Department during the Coronavirus outbreak.
Anton Nesbit watches his daughter Joanna, 3, ride her tricycle outside their home along 14th Ave. North Thursday, March 26, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. Their home was damaged by the March 3rd tornado that ripped through Middle Tennessee. Nesbit said he’s apprehensive about having repairs done during the “Safer at Home” order given by the Metro Health Department during the Coronavirus outbreak.
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Roofers work on a home along 16th Ave. North Thursday, March 26, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. The home was damaged by the March 3 tornado that ripped through Middle Tennessee.
Roofers work on a home along 16th Ave. North Thursday, March 26, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. The home was damaged by the March 3 tornado that ripped through Middle Tennessee.
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Homes along 14th Ave. North, sit damaged Thursday, March 26, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. The homes were damaged by the March 3 tornado that ripped through Middle Tennessee.
Homes along 14th Ave. North, sit damaged Thursday, March 26, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. The homes were damaged by the March 3 tornado that ripped through Middle Tennessee.
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Homeowner Sam Brown picks up belongings as debris from his homesite is removed Thursday, March 26, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. Brown’s home along 16th Ave. North was flattened by the March 3 tornado that ripped through Middle Tennessee.
Homeowner Sam Brown picks up belongings as debris from his homesite is removed Thursday, March 26, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn. Brown’s home along 16th Ave. North was flattened by the March 3 tornado that ripped through Middle Tennessee.
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Aaron Kelly, left, and Keith Grooms remove a tree off a home as they clean up tornado debris on Thursday, March 5, 2020, in North Nashville, Tenn.
Aaron Kelly, left, and Keith Grooms remove a tree off a home as they clean up tornado debris on Thursday, March 5, 2020, in North Nashville, Tenn.
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Residents watch as members of the Church of the Highlands tree service clean up tornado debris on Thursday, March 5, 2020, in North Nashville, Tenn.
Residents watch as members of the Church of the Highlands tree service clean up tornado debris on Thursday, March 5, 2020, in North Nashville, Tenn.
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Chantee Whitworth, left, Kyoko Wade, and Kendra Campbell of Rocky Wing Shack prepare food for people helping clean up tornado debris on Thursday, March 5, 2020, in North Nashville, Tenn.
Chantee Whitworth, left, Kyoko Wade, and Kendra Campbell of Rocky Wing Shack prepare food for people helping clean up tornado debris on Thursday, March 5, 2020, in North Nashville, Tenn.
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Nashville Strong is written on the back of a vehicle parked along the tornado damaged Underwood Street on Wednesday, March 4, 2020, in North Nashville, Tenn.
Nashville Strong is written on the back of a vehicle parked along the tornado damaged Underwood Street on Wednesday, March 4, 2020, in North Nashville, Tenn.
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Jemond Williams carries his grandmother's Lee Chapel A.M.E. chair out of her tornado destroyed home on Underwood Street on Wednesday, March 4, 2020, in North Nashville, Tenn.
Jemond Williams carries his grandmother's Lee Chapel A.M.E. chair out of her tornado destroyed home on Underwood Street on Wednesday, March 4, 2020, in North Nashville, Tenn.
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LaVan Strinkland kisses Mary E. Strinkland after family and friends moved her belongings out of her tornado-damaged home on Underwood Street Wednesday, March 4, 2020, in North Nashville, Tenn.
LaVan Strinkland kisses Mary E. Strinkland after family and friends moved her belongings out of her tornado-damaged home on Underwood Street Wednesday, March 4, 2020, in North Nashville, Tenn.
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The Rev. Lisa Hammonds of the St. John A.M.E. Church fights back her emotions as she looks over the tornado damage to her church on Wednesday, March 4, 2020, in North Nashville, Tenn.
The Rev. Lisa Hammonds of the St. John A.M.E. Church fights back her emotions as she looks over the tornado damage to her church on Wednesday, March 4, 2020, in North Nashville, Tenn.
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Tony Strickland carriers a ladder for a friend to repair tornado damage to his home on 16th Avenue North on Wednesday, March 4, 2020, in North Nashville, Tenn.
Tony Strickland carriers a ladder for a friend to repair tornado damage to his home on 16th Avenue North on Wednesday, March 4, 2020, in North Nashville, Tenn.
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John Walden, 96, speaks with Metro Police officer Ryan Burger after Burger gave him a bag of food and a flashlight at his home on Understood Street Wednesday, March 4, 2020, in North Nashville, Tenn.
John Walden, 96, speaks with Metro Police officer Ryan Burger after Burger gave him a bag of food and a flashlight at his home on Understood Street Wednesday, March 4, 2020, in North Nashville, Tenn.
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Maysa, 8, and Mora Hawkins, 6, pick up trash and debris around tornado-damaged homes on Monroe Street in North Nashville on Wednesday, March 4, 2020.
Maysa, 8, and Mora Hawkins, 6, pick up trash and debris around tornado-damaged homes on Monroe Street in North Nashville on Wednesday, March 4, 2020.
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Robert Sherrill kisses Cheryl Mays on the forehead as they spend a moment together talking with Sylvia Rapport, right, along tornado damaged Underwood Street homes on Wednesday, March 4, 2020, in North Nashville, Tenn.
Robert Sherrill kisses Cheryl Mays on the forehead as they spend a moment together talking with Sylvia Rapport, right, along tornado damaged Underwood Street homes on Wednesday, March 4, 2020, in North Nashville, Tenn.
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Taryn Lytle picks up tree branches behind tornado-damaged homes along 17th Avenue North on Wednesday, March 4, 2020, in North Nashville, Tenn.
Taryn Lytle picks up tree branches behind tornado-damaged homes along 17th Avenue North on Wednesday, March 4, 2020, in North Nashville, Tenn.
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Sam Brown, 58, embraces a friend on Wednesday, March 4, 2020, in North Nashville, Tenn., a day after Brown's house was destroyed by a tornado.
Sam Brown, 58, embraces a friend on Wednesday, March 4, 2020, in North Nashville, Tenn., a day after Brown's house was destroyed by a tornado.
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Damage on 16th Avenue North in North Nashville as seen from a MNPD helicopter after a tornado touched down Tuesday, March 3, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn.
Damage on 16th Avenue North in North Nashville as seen from a MNPD helicopter after a tornado touched down Tuesday, March 3, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn.
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Tornado damage to the Hopewell Baptist Church on Monroe Street on Wednesday, March 4, 2020, in North Nashville, Tenn.
Tornado damage to the Hopewell Baptist Church on Monroe Street on Wednesday, March 4, 2020, in North Nashville, Tenn.
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A group of East Nashville High students hand out hot dogs to people cleaning up the tornado-damaged neighborhood on Underwood Street on Wednesday, March 4, 2020, in North Nashville, Tenn.
A group of East Nashville High students hand out hot dogs to people cleaning up the tornado-damaged neighborhood on Underwood Street on Wednesday, March 4, 2020, in North Nashville, Tenn.
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Willie Woods sits on the porch of Sam Brown's tornado-damaged home on Wednesday, March 4, 2020, in North Nashville, Tenn.
Willie Woods sits on the porch of Sam Brown's tornado-damaged home on Wednesday, March 4, 2020, in North Nashville, Tenn.
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Tornado damage to the Hopewell Baptist Chruch on Monroe Street on Wednesday, March 4, 2020, in North Nashville, Tenn.
Tornado damage to the Hopewell Baptist Chruch on Monroe Street on Wednesday, March 4, 2020, in North Nashville, Tenn.
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Debris litters Sixth Avenue North after a tornado ripped through the area Tuesday, March 3, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn.
Debris litters Sixth Avenue North after a tornado ripped through the area Tuesday, March 3, 2020 in Nashville, Tenn.
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The pool at Vista Germantown apartment complex shows damage after a tornado hit Nashville on Tuesday, March 3, 2020. “I grabbed my dog and a blanket and went into my closet and laid on the floor,” Tim Vansumeren said. “I decided to evacuate when I saw cars flipped over outside and air conditioning units in our pool.”
The pool at Vista Germantown apartment complex shows damage after a tornado hit Nashville on Tuesday, March 3, 2020. “I grabbed my dog and a blanket and went into my closet and laid on the floor,” Tim Vansumeren said. “I decided to evacuate when I saw cars flipped over outside and air conditioning units in our pool.”
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