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 >

Current Hazards
Current Conditions
Radar
Forecasts
Rivers and Lakes
- National Water Prediction Service (NWPS)
Climate and Past Weather
Local Programs

May 24, 1971
Counties: Simpson
F-scale: F2
Deaths:
Injuries:
Path width:
Path length:
Time: 5:35pm
Noted discrepancies: SPC/NCDC list this as an F2, Grazulis does not list it. Storm Data reports a plethora of seemingly significant damage.

Weather Story

Weather Map

Local Radar

LMK RSS Feed

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

Tornadoes of May 24, 1971