Two years ago today, 9 October, a tornado ripped through parts of Muldersdrift, Ruimsig, Kromdraai and Sterkfontein, and left behind a path of destruction.

The most noticeable destruction was at Laerskool Protearif, which was left with extensive damage. Altogether many schools were affected, bringing the total amount of damages to R4 million.

Three people also lost their lives and many were left destitute. Businesses, malls and schools were closed for many weeks due to damage, and some never really recovered.

As the community commemorates and thinks back on that day in 2017, here are some of the stories, some good and some sad, that came from that day:

Breaking News: Tornado hits greater Ruimsig and Pinehaven areas

#TornadoPath: Krugersdorp tornado moves over Delmas

Just in: Three confirmed dead, numerous others injured as tornado hits West Rand

IN PHOTOS: The destruction left by the storm on the West Rand

#Tornado Path: [Watch] Frightening video of storm system carrying Krugersdorp tornado hitting Durban

[Drone footage] Protearif almost a brand-new school!