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Montebello Business Closing Doors Due To Severe Damage Suffered During Rare Tornado

Utilimaster is just one of several businesses struggling to pick up the pieces after an EF-1 level tornado ripped through their area.

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April 10, 2023 / 9:14 PM

A Montebello business has been forced to close its doors for good after suffering severe damage during March's rare tornado.

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Utilimaster is just one of several businesses struggling to pick up the pieces after an EF-1 level tornado ripped through their area on March 22, leading to 17 different buildings to suffer extensive damage — 11 of which were red-tagged by building inspection officials.

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"One business has indicated that they will be closing permanently, unfortunately," said Montebello city spokesperson Alex Gillman, referring to Utilimaster, which customizes commercial delivery trucks.

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