Rebuilding begins for Piner family after the deadly tornadoes on March 2

Piner, Kentucky home destroyed by tornado on March 2, 2012

Piner, Kentucky home destroyed by tornado on March 2, 2012. (Photo taken by Sarah Walters on Monday June 4, 2012.)
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Posted: 06/04/2012

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The deadly tornadoes on March 2 destroyed homes and altered the lives of many families across the Tri-State.

Doug Imhoff made it out alive after a large EF-4 tornado plowed through his home. Now that the storm damage is cleaned up, the rebuilding has begun.

On Monday, crews were at Imhoff's home to pour another foundation and build new walls. The rebuilding process will not be quick, but Monday's progress is a step in the right direction.

The Imhoff family has been living in a trailer on their property since their home was destroyed three months ago. They hope to be in their new home by the fall.

If you or someone you know is still in need of assistance from the tornado damage, send an email to NKYtornadorecovery@gmail.com . People interested in helping the tornado victims can also send an email to the same address.

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