Fox21: Red Cross Helping Belton after Severe Storms

BELTON, SC (FOX Carolina) - The American Red Cross said disaster volunteers are helping families whose homes were damaged by storms in Anderson County over the weekend.

A strong weather system pushed through the area on Saturday, causing hail and knocking out power for more than 12,000 people in the county at one point. By Sunday morning, outages were down to around 5,300, but the sunrise shed light on considerable damage left behind.

PHOTOS: Strong storms damage Anderson County homes

Homes in the area of Jones Chapel Road in Belton suffered heavy storm damage. Witnesses shared photos of a home where part of the roof appeared to have been ripped off in strong winds.

The Red Cross said they are assisting two families who live on Jones Chapel Road after the storms. Four adults and two children affected by the storms are receiving help getting food, clothing, lodging and other essentials, the Red Cross said.

The Craytonville Fire Department responded to the scene.

As of 7:30 a.m. Sunday, more than 5,300 customers were still without power after strong storms moved through the area on Saturday.

The estimated restoration time is by 6:40 p.m. on Sunday.