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Vermeer plant in Iowa damaged by tornado
Sections of the Vermeer manufacturing plant in Pella, Iowa suffered heavy damage from a tornado on Thursday, and seven people were hospitalized with minor injuries.
Vermeer officials said several buildings had structural damage and a waste management facility was a total loss. They said they will rebuild those facilities.
The tornado hit as the company was hosting a 70th anniversary event that brought about 400 dealers and customers to the facility. Officials say all visitors were accounted for.
Vermeer is a leading manufacturer of agricultural haying equipment. The company also produces equipment for construction and other industries.
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