Neilton/Grays Harbor County, WA Possible Tornado

Event: Neilton/Grays Harbor County, WA Possible Tornado - October 10, 2020
Preliminary Rating: Not Rated
Peak Wind: Unknown

Event Summary
Between approximately 4:35 - 4:45 AM on the morning of October 10, radar indicated rotation capable
of producing a tornado approximately 5 miles southwest of Neilton, WA in Grays Harbor County. In
addition, a single radar scan indicated the potential for lofted debris. A Tornado Warning was issued at
4:40 AM and was in effect through 5:00 AM.

A Quinault Nation deputy reported that at approximately 5:20 AM he came upon multiple trees down
across Moclips Highway (S-26) at approximately mile marker 18. These have since been cleared from the
roadway. No additional reports of damage or other impacts have been received.

The evidence currently available cannot conclusively determine whether the tree damage was caused by
a tornado or strong winds associated with the storm. NWS Seattle is working with local authorities to
determine if a damage survey is needed for this event. Until the NWS confirms whether this was a
tornado, there will be no preliminary rating given to the event. If anyone has information or imagery
related to this event, they are encouraged to reach out to Warning Coordination Meteorologist, Reid
Wolcott, at reid.wolcott@noaa.gov.