Damage to the area following last night's tornadoes is extensive and widepsread. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW NOW: https://bit.ly/2XbmUXv | Dayton Daily News

13K views · 89 reactions | An aerial look at some of the businesses in Old North Dayton affected by the tornadoes. on.dayton.com/oldnorthdytbiz | Dayton.com | Facebook

The tornado killed 32 people, and more than 1,300 sought hospital treatment, according to Dayton Daily News archives. It cut a devastating swath across the city and Greene County, leaving an estimated $100 million in property damage that included Central State and Wilberforce universities. Survivors of horrific 1974 Xenia tornado recall twister’s deadly impact as anniversary nears. Read their stories here: https://www.daytondailynews.com/local/survivors-of-horrific-1974-tornado-recall-twisters-d

This past year our reporters and photographers covered thousands of stories across the Dayton region. From events, to sports, to investigations, to businesses and cool photo assignments. We asked our staff what their favorite or most impactful assignment they worked on this year, you can read this story and more at the link in our bio. 🔗 #daytonoh | Dayton Daily News