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Woman comforted in ruins of home destroyed by Alabama tornado
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An elderly woman whose home was destroyed when a tornado tore a path through Lee County, Alabama, on March 3, has found comfort in her faith. “I thank the Lord,” said Earnestine Reese, 72, sitting among the ruins of her house.