TEMPE, Ariz. — A powerful storm damaged several Tempe apartment complexes and displaced more than 130 people on Monday night.

The microburst packed a huge punch and knocked down several large trees, which destroyed roofs and caused power outages.

“It basically felt like a hurricane," Daysia Allen said. "It was really windy, super loud, and then I heard the couple trees crash.”

Daysia Allen was one of several residents at Sentry Tempe rescued by the Tempe Fire Department after becoming trapped on the second floor by fallen trees.

“I was just happy (my dog) was able to get down, and same for me. I didn’t expect to have to go down the ladder," Allen said. "So, I’m glad (firefighters) were there to help me."

Her neighbor, Alissandra Juarez, also had to be rescued after the damage destroye

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