Severe Thunderstorms from the Midwest to Mid-Atlantic Tonight; The Heat Continues in the Southern and Eastern U.S.

Strong to severe thunderstorms capable of producing large to very large hail, damaging wind gusts and a few strong tornadoes are likely from the Midwest to the Mid-Atlantic tonight. Moderate Risk (level 4 of 5) of severe thunderstorms is outlooked for the Midwest. A widespread heat wave will peak in the South and East on Friday, with many temperature records expected to be broken. Read More >

August 11, 1983
Counties: Warren
F-scale:  F1
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Injuries: 6
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Time: 2:00pm
Notes:  Storm Data says this tornado struck the Greenwood Trailer Park on the north side of Bowling Green.

August 11, 1983
Counties: Clark KY
F-scale:  F0
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Time: 2:50pm
Noted discrepancies:  Storm Data says this storm struck on Irvine Road. Mapped as best as possible, since lat/lon given was just off of Irvine Road. In appears to have struck in or very near Winchester, so additional research may help to pinpoint its exact location.

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Severe Thunderstorms from the Midwest to Mid-Atlantic Tonight; The Heat Continues in the Southern and Eastern U.S.

Tornadoes of August 11, 1983