Areas of Showers and Thunderstorms to Start the Work Week

Areas of rain and thunderstorms are forecast Monday across the central and eastern states. Some mixed rain and snow is possible in the high Sierra Mountains. Heavy to excessive rain may bring flooding in the central Appalachians. Read More >

JANUARY 25, 2004 SOUTH LAFAYETTE TORNADO

Overview

An F2 tornado touched down in southern Lafayette Parish between the city of Lafayette and the nearby town of Maurice. The tornado first struck along Bourque Road, flipping a mobile home which trapped and injured 3 people (one moderately). The storm then crossed Highway 167, damaging several homes and businesses, before damaging another home on Teljean Road. The tornado then tore the roof off a home and damaged several others on Constitution Drive before dissipating.

Local Storm Reports

SPC Storm Reports for January 25 2004
January 25 2004 Google Earth KML data file