a suspected tornado touched down on base. Updated 7:44 PM Wednesday, July 7, 2021
There has been no damage to any sensitive military asset or submarine.
There are reports of multiple injuries and damage to multiple recreational vehicles in the base RV park, and also reports of damage to buildings and structures on the installation.
Many of the injured were transported to local medical facilities for treatment.
Damage assessments are ongoing and further information will be provided as it becomes available.
"While the situation here is still very dynamic, I want to thank all of our first responders and Camden County first responders for their quick actions," said Capt. Chester Parks, Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay commanding officer. "Their quick response most certainly helped."
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