Videos show trees torn apart by tornado winds in St. Lucie County – NBC 6 South Florida

Videos posted on social media by St. Lucie County after two tornadoes caused by Hurricane Milton ripped through the area show the incredible speed and power of the hurricanes.

One moment the sky is gray and strong winds blow through the branches of the trees.

But seconds later they reach extraordinary speeds, rocking the camera, sending branches flying across the road and tearing bushes.

One of the videos was filmed at Orange Avenue and South Rock Road, the county said in the Facebook post.

In nearby Fort Pierce, complete disaster struck.

Joseph-Dorlean was stunned as she watched the tornado hurl her husband’s semi-truck onto the road like a toy truck.

“Our tractor-trailer that was parked there is now there,” she said, pointing toward the street from one end of the parking lot. “It’s a total loss, a total loss.”

Emergency crews worked overnight to clear two semi-trucks from the road.

St. Lucie County officials say more than 100 homes were destroyed or severely damaged. Emergency shelters are available for those who have lost their shelter.

“It’s a tragic thing because it’s not like they should have been evacuated. What do you do if you have a tornado? You duck and take cover, it happens so quickly. These things are really strong and powerful,” said Gov. Ron DeSantis.