NWS Jackson MS March 21, 2012 Severe Weather and Heavy Rain

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March 21, 2012 Jefferson County Tornado

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Event Summary

The tornado affected rural Jefferson County, snapping numerous pine trees and uprooting oak trees.

Rating: (Click for EF Scale)	EF-1
Estimated Maximum Wind:	94 mph
Casualties:	None
Damage Path Length:	3 miles
Maximum Path Width:	1/10 mile
Approximate Start Point/Time:	1 Mile E McNair 10:23 am 3/21/12
Approximate End Point/Time:	3 Miles SE of Fayette 10:29 am 3/21/12