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Southwest Jones County EF-1 Tornado

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Event Summary

Upon the southwest to northeast path of this tornado there was significant damage to the roofs of 5 chicken houses, heavy damage to a large metal shed, minor damage to a single family dwelling, and destruction to a porch on a mobile home. Many trees were snapped and uprooted along the entire path of the tornado.

EF-1
Estimated Maximum Wind:
90 mph
Fatalities/Injuries:
none
Damage Path Length:
4.5 miles
Maximum Path Width:
100 yards
Approximate Start Point/Time:
6 WSW Moselle
9:28 pm
Approximate End Point/Time:
2 W Moselle
9:35 pm