In a dramatic turn of events, Garner Industries, a business located near N 98th Street and Cornhusker Highway between Lincoln and Waverly, was hit by a tornado on Friday afternoon. The facility, where 70 workers were present at the time, collapsed due to the powerful forces of nature.

Lancaster County Chief Deputy Ben Houchin confirmed the occurrence, stating that the tornado struck Garner Industries around 3 p.m., leaving several individuals trapped inside the collapsed building. Thankfully, emergency services swiftly responded to the scene and were able to rescue all those who were trapped. Three workers sustained injuries and were transported to nearby hospitals, where they are receiving medical care. The good news is that they are expected to recover.

The remaining workers were safely relocated to the Sandhills Global Event Center, ensuring their well-being during this unexpected disaster. Garner Industries, a renowned provider of plastic injection molding services, is known for its commitment to quality products.

This unfortunate incident serves as a reminder of the power and unpredictability of natural disasters, highlighting the importance of emergency preparedness and swift response from authorities. We extend our thoughts and wishes for a speedy recovery to the injured workers and hope that Garner Industries is able to rebuild and resume its operations soon.