Memorial statue planned to commemorate massive tornado in Goderich
Posted Apr 9, 2012 09:54:23 AM.
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GODERICH, Ont. – A memorial statue is being planned in Goderich to commemorate the tornado that hit the community last summer.
A local doctor is spearheading plans for a “memorial to trees,” a three- dimensional piece to be created by artist Jim Wallace and funded by the Goderich Lions Club.
It’s meant to contrast a tree in full bloom with its twisted, post-tornado trunk on the opposite half.
Goderich Town Council has accepted the plan in principle.
The Aug. 21 tornado was one of the most powerful to hit the province in
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