Severe Thunderstorms Damage Homes, Trees Across Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maryland

A powerful and fast-moving thunderstorm swept through parts of Massachusetts and Connecticut over the weekend, causing widespread damage by toppling trees, tearing down power lines, and damaging homes. In Lexington, Massachusetts, residents described sudden, intense winds that caused trees to crash through roofs and left many without power, though no injuries were reported. Crews worked through Sunday to clear debris and restore electricity, with some residents temporarily unable to return to their homes due to structural damage. In Connecticut, the storm knocked out power to over 10,000 customers, felled trees onto roads and buildings, and disrupted daily life, but most roads were reopened by late evening. Across both states, residents recounted the storm's suddenness and the anxiety it caused, with many grateful that there were no serious injuries. Cleanup efforts are ongoing as communities recover from the destructive effects of the brief but severe weather.