Ala. Crew Takes Cover as Storm Topples Station

Eoline firefighters inside a station had a very close call Wednesday night as a deadly storm tore through their area.

The crew took cover in the only small room in the firehouse as a tornado neared the small town near Centreville, Ala., according to WALA-TV.

When the firefighters emerged following the storm, they realized it was the only room left standing in the building.

According to the Associated Press, at least three firefighters were injured during the storm.

At least one civilian fatality has been reported in Eoline and it is among the close to 300 reported in seven southern states following the storms.

Search and rescue efforts continue in the area and throughout Alabama.

Another fire station was destroyed in Rabun County, Ga. on Wednesday after if caught fire during the storms there.