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A cluster of severe thunderstorms moved through southwest Missouri on the morning of April 29th, 2025. Widespread wind damage and several tornadoes occurred. Significant wind damage with over 50,000 power outages occurred in Springfield alone. A 91 mph wind gust was measured at the Springfield Branson National Airport. |
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The Enhanced Fujita (EF) Scale classifies tornadoes into the following categories:
| EF0 Weak 65-85 mph |
EF1 Moderate 86-110 mph |
EF2 Significant 111-135 mph |
EF3 Severe 136-165 mph |
EF4 Extreme 166-200 mph |
EF5 Catastrophic 200+ mph |
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| Tornadoes that fail to impact any ratable structures on the EF-Scale are rated EF-Unknown (EF-U) | |||||
Wind
Wind
A cluster of thunderstorms produced widespread damaging winds across southwest Missouri. Significant tree and structural damage occurred along its path, especially across Greene County including the city of Springfield where numerous damage to the electrical grid occurred. A 91 mph wind gust was measured at the Springfield Branson National Airport.
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