NWS Jackson, MS April 28, 2014

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Lowndes County EF-2 Tornado

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Event Summary
This tornado destroyed two mobile homes near the Alabama line. It also knocked down numerous trees, some of which fell onto homes and outbuildings.

Rating: (Click for EF Scale)	EF-2
Estimated Maximum Wind:	115 mph
Fatalities/Injuries:	none
Damage Path Length:	8.3 miles (in MS)
Maximum Path Width:	300 yards
Approximate Start Point/Time:	5 S Columbus 6:38 pm
Approximate End Point/Time:	4 NE New Hope (continues into AL) 6:54 pm

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