Storm Impacting the Northwest U.S.; Fire Weather Conditions in Southern California; Severe Weather in the South

A Pacific storm is bringing areas of low elevation rain, moderate to heavy mountain snow, and high winds to the Northwest. Strong Santa Ana winds and very dry conditions are producing elevated to critical fire weather conditions in southern California. Isolated strong to severe thunderstorms are possible through early Wednesday morning across parts of northeast Texas into western Tennessee. Read More >

Lawrence County Tornado

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Event Summary

This tornado started in a wooded area between River Road and GW Smith Road. As it moved ENE it snapped and uprooted a couple dozen hardwood and softwood trees along GW Smith Road. It also downed a couple power lines. Several hay barns were damaged with tin thrown along the path. A well defined convergent pattern was noted with the tree damage. Also along this road, a mobile home had the front porch removed and three other homes sustained minor roof damage. This tornado dissipated as it crossed highway 43.

Rating: (Click for EF Scale)	EF-1
Estimated Maximum Wind:	95 mph
Casualties:	none
Damage Path Length:	1.6 miles
Maximum Path Width:	140 yards
Approximate Start Point/Time:	2 S Arm 3:39pm
Approximate End Point/Time:	2 SE Arm 3:43pm

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Storm Impacting the Northwest U.S.; Fire Weather Conditions in Southern California; Severe Weather in the South

NWS Jackson, MS - February 10, 2013 Tornado Event