Many area residents left without power after violent storm

A large locust tree in the yard of a Forward Township home split during the powerful thunderstorms early Friday morning. Fallen trees and debris could be seen all around township roads.

By TAYLOR BROWN

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A strong storm brought heavy winds, rain and intense lightning to the Mon Valley starting late Thursday night. Residents in some communities lost power temporarily, while others woke up Friday with no electricity. 

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