A large storm system tracking from the Mississippi Valley tonight through the Ohio Valley on Sunday will spread rain into the area on tonight. Rain and possibly thunderstorms will continue into Sunday increasing the threat of flooding. Blustery and much colder conditions arrive Sunday night and Monday as the low tracks across New England. Read More >
Overview
Remnants of Tropical Storm Fred moved north from the Gulf Coast states into the Central Appalachians, Aug 17th-18th. Our area was in a good environment conducive for brief tornadoes, with high shear in place. In addition, a south to southeast flow of high tropical moisture allowed for 2 to 6+ inches of rain to fall over portions of our area, especially in the North Carolina mountains. |
Two Tornado Tracks in Wilkes County, NC Aug 17 2021 |
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Rainfall Totals From Fred | Satellite image Aug 17th, 2021 around 1pm EDT |
Tornadoes:
Tornado - Osbornville, NC
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Tornado - Clingman, NC
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The Enhanced Fujita (EF) Scale classifies tornadoes into the following categories:
EF0 Weak 65-85 mph |
EF1 Moderate 86-110 mph |
EF2 Significant 111-135 mph |
EF3 Severe 136-165 mph |
EF4 Extreme 166-200 mph |
EF5 Catastrophic 200+ mph |
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