Georgia, 2017

Tornadoes and Hail in Georgia, April 3, 2017

April 3, 2017 · NWS FFC · 72 events in 43 counties and zones

S. and combined with moderate instability and strong shear resulted in widespread severe weather, including numerous tornadoes, across north and central Georgia from late morning through the afternoon.

Where it happened

Every event with a place to put it. Tap one for its entry below.

  • Tornadoes
  • Tropical storms and surge
  • Floods
  • Wind
  • Hail
  • Winter weather
  • Heat and drought
  • Cold
  • Fire, smoke and dust
  • Marine and coastal
  • Other

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The toll

Deaths
0
Injuries
0
Property damage
$2.9 million
Crop damage
None recorded
Events
72

Deaths and injuries are direct and indirect together, as the offices filed them. Damage is property and crops in the dollars of the year, not adjusted for inflation, and only where an office estimated it.

What happened

The episode as NWS FFC wrote it up.

A strong short wave and associated surface low swept through the southern and eastern U.S. and combined with moderate instability and strong shear resulted in widespread severe weather, including numerous tornadoes, across north and central Georgia from late morning through the afternoon.

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before the first event, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Atlanta, GA wrote its last area forecast discussion before the first event at Apr 3, 6:32 AM EST, 3 hours 26 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Apr 3, 6:32 AM EST, 3 hours 26 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Peachtree City GA
732 AM EDT Mon Apr 3 2017

.PREV DISCUSSION... /Issued 347 AM EDT Mon Apr 3 2017/

SHORT TERM /Today through Tuesday/...
The potential for severe thunderstorms across portions of the CWFA
remains high today.

A warm front across the Florida panhandle will begin to shift
northward this morning across the southern portion of the CWFA.
Meanwhile, an area of surface low pressure will move out of the
Lower Mississippi River Valley into the Carolinas. In the mid
levels, negatively tilted trough with strong energy in its base will
move through the southeast states through this evening.

The ingredients for severe weather are still present today. However,
not entirely too confident on what effect the advancing rain shield
across central AL will have on the development of thunderstorms
today across far north GA. The HRRR looks to have initialized this
area of widespread showers, with a few strong thunderstorms, very
well this morning as opposed to the locally run wrf/arw. Have
noticed over the last few hours, the eastward advancement of this
rain shield has slowed a bit, and the HRRR does keep most of this
elevated convection out of the CWFA through 11Z-12Z. In addition,
over the past few hi-res model runs, the northern edge of the line
seems to have weakened a bit. This seems reasonable, especially if
the elevated precip begins to spread eastward this morning after 12Z
across northern GA (north of the metro). Even if the northern
portion of the line weakens a bit, strong/isolated severe storms
will still be possible (far north).

However, areas south should experience a bit more surface
instability with the potential for more heating...under a bit less
cloud cover. Convection will have access to good CAPE with values
around 2000 J/KG. Upper/mid level jet dynamics will also come into
play, along with steep lapse rates. The HRRR and our locally run hi-
res models have also been very consistent in the last few runs with
developing discrete convection out ahead of the main system during
the late morning/afternoon in vicinity of the warm front. In fact,
models are progging somewhat steeper lapse rates in the warm sector,
so in addition to the wind threat, large hail will also be a factor.

Wrapping this all up...the potential for severe storms across the
CWFA remains high today. Damaging wind gusts will be the primary
severe weather mode. However, large hail cannot be ruled out,
especially in any discrete cells that pop up ahead of the main
system. Isolated tornadoes will also be possible. With high
atmospheric moisture content, convection will be efficient rainfall
producers. Locally heavy rainfall will be likely.

Models do indicate that convection will continue to be possible
after the main system moves through, just on a smaller scale. This
makes sense as the 500mb trough axis/shortwave energy may help fire
some scattered shra/iso tsra. Have lingered some chance/slight
chance pops into the overnight hours.

Yay for Tuesday! Conditions will be dry, with temperatures still
running above normal for this time of year.

NListemaa

LONG TERM /Tuesday Night through Sunday/...
Another round of wet and stormy weather is in the cards Wednesday
into Wednesday night. This due to a strong cold front forecast to
move across the area Wednesday night and associated with a sharp
upper level trough moving across the mid U.S. The airmass becomes
unstable quickly on Wednesday ahead of the front as warm moist
air moves over the area. Low level wind shear increases as well
in the 30-45 kt range. This will lead to an Enhanced risk of
severe storms. Storm potential will end quickly Wednesday night
with the cold front passing. The only concern then will be shower
chances from wrap-around moisture in the upper level trough
Thursday into Friday. Temperatures could get cold enough for a
rain/snow shower mix for the higher elevations of the mountains
late Thursday night/early Friday.

Saturday and Sunday will be dry as high pressure moves across the area.

Temperatures are expected to be above normal until the cold front
moves through Wednesday night then temperatures will cool off to below
normal until about Sunday. Friday and Saturday mornings will be
the coolest with lows in the 30s and 40s.

BDL

&&

.AVIATION...
12Z Update...
A few showers are possible out ahead of the main line of
thunderstorms. The strongest storms should impact ATL around 16Z
and quickly move east. A few showers may linger through the late
afternoon ours. A wind shift to the west is expected behind the
strong storms and winds should be gusty most of the day.

//ATL Confidence...12Z Update...
High confidence precip timing. Medium confidence remaining
elements.

&&

.PRELIMINARY POINT TEMPS/POPS...
Athens          75  59  82  57 /  90  40   0  10
Atlanta         75  59  81  60 /  90  40   0  30
Blairsville     67  53  75  51 / 100  40   5  10
Cartersville    72  57  80  57 / 100  40   0  20
Columbus        77  60  83  62 /  90  40   5  30
Gainesville     71  57  79  57 /  90  40   0  10
Macon           81  60  84  59 /  80  50   5  20
Rome            73  56  80  56 / 100  40   0  20
Peachtree City  76  57  82  57 /  90  40   0  30
Vidalia         83  64  85  64 /  80  60  10  20

&&

.FFC WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
NONE.
&&
Hazardous weather outlook, Apr 3, 3:45 AM EST, 6 hours 13 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Peachtree City GA
445 AM EDT Mon Apr 3 2017

GAZ001>009-011>016-019>025-027-030>039-041>062-066>076-078>086-
089>098-102>113-041000-
Baldwin-Banks-Barrow-Bartow-Bibb-Bleckley-Butts-Carroll-Catoosa-
Chattahoochee-Chattooga-Cherokee-Clarke-Clayton-Cobb-Coweta-
Crawford-Crisp-Dade-Dawson-DeKalb-Dodge-Dooly-Douglas-Emanuel-
Fannin-Fayette-Floyd-Forsyth-Gilmer-Glascock-Gordon-Greene-
Gwinnett-Hall-Hancock-Haralson-Harris-Heard-Henry-Houston-Jackson-
Jasper-Jefferson-Johnson-Jones-Lamar-Laurens-Lumpkin-Macon-
Madison-Marion-Meriwether-Monroe-Montgomery-Morgan-Murray-
Muscogee-Newton-North Fulton-Oconee-Oglethorpe-Paulding-Peach-
Pickens-Pike-Polk-Pulaski-Putnam-Rockdale-Schley-South Fulton-
Spalding-Stewart-Sumter-Talbot-Taliaferro-Taylor-Telfair-Toombs-
Towns-Treutlen-Troup-Twiggs-Union-Upson-Walker-Walton-Warren-
Washington-Webster-Wheeler-White-Whitfield-Wilcox-Wilkes-
Wilkinson-
445 AM EDT Mon Apr 3 2017

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of North and
Central Georgia.

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight...

Scattered to numerous strong to severe thunderstorms are
expected over north and central Georgia...starting late morning
into the evening hours. Damaging winds, Large Hail, a Few Tornadoes
and Frequent Lightning will be the main Hazards. Heavy rain can
also be expected with Flooding possible.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Tuesday through Sunday...

There is an Enhanced risk of severe thunderstorms on Wednesday into
Wednesday night. Damaging winds, Large Hail, a Few Tornadoes and
Frequent Lightning will be the main Hazards. Heavy rain can also
be expected with Flooding possible.

Rather strong and gusty winds can be expected on Thursday.

Otherwise, no hazardous weather is expected at this time on Tuesday
and Friday through Sunday.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is requested for mid to late morning today.

In the hours before

Special weather statement, Apr 3, 9:17 AM EST, 41 minutes before
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Peachtree City GA
1017 AM EDT MON APR 3 2017

GAZ083-084-095>097-109-031445-
Wilkinson GA-Houston GA-Laurens GA-Bleckley GA-Dodge GA-Twiggs GA-
1017 AM EDT MON APR 3 2017

...SIGNIFICANT WEATHER ADVISORY FOR SOUTHERN WILKINSON...EASTERN
HOUSTON...WESTERN LAURENS...BLECKLEY...NORTHWESTERN DODGE AND TWIGGS
COUNTIES UNTIL 1045 AM EDT...

At 1016 AM EDT...a strong thunderstorm was over Cary, or near
Cochran...moving north at 50 mph.

  HAZARD...Up to 40 mph wind...pea sized hail and frequent cloud to
           ground lightning.

  IMPACT...Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of
           light...unsecured objects.

Some locations in the path of this storm include
Dublin, Cochran, Eastman, Jeffersonville, East Dublin, Chester,
Dexter, Dudley, Cadwell, Rentz, Danville, Montrose, Allentown,
Marion, Dubois, Tarversville, Plainfield, Empire, Roddy and
Nicklesville.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear
thunder...you are close enough to be struck by lightning.

LAT...LON 3235 8333 3244 8355 3286 8348 3287 8347
      3263 8284 3215 8312
TIME...MOT...LOC 1416Z 199DEG 43KT 3247 8331

HAIL...0.25IN
WIND...40MPH
Special weather statement, Apr 3, 9:20 AM EST, 38 minutes before
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Peachtree City GA
1020 AM EDT MON APR 3 2017

GAZ019-020-030-031-041-042-052-053-031445-
Polk GA-Coweta GA-Haralson GA-Bartow GA-Carroll GA-Heard GA-
Paulding GA-Floyd GA-
1020 AM EDT MON APR 3 2017

...SIGNIFICANT WEATHER ADVISORY FOR POLK...WESTERN COWETA...
HARALSON...SOUTHWESTERN BARTOW...CARROLL...HEARD...WESTERN PAULDING
AND SOUTHERN FLOYD COUNTIES UNTIL 1045 AM EDT...

At 1020 AM EDT...a line of strong thunderstorms was along a line
extending from near Cedartown to near Trickem to Tennant to Penton...
and moving northeast at 40 mph.

  HAZARD...Up to 40 mph wind...frequent cloud to ground lightning
           and heavy rain.

  IMPACT...Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of
           light...unsecured objects. Heavy rain may cause temporary
           street flooding especially in poor drainage areas.

Some locations in the path of these storms include
Rome, Carrollton, Cartersville, Cedartown, Buchanan, Franklin, Villa
Rica, Bremen, Temple, Rockmart, Euharlee, Tallapoosa, Bowdon, Mount
Zion, Aragon, Cave Spring, Kingston, Whitesburg, Waco and Ephesus.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear
thunder...you are close enough to be struck by lightning. Motorists
should slow down and be prepared for possible loss of control due to
hydroplaning.

LAT...LON 3424 8484 3379 8492 3360 8491 3326 8497
      3314 8524 3422 8545
TIME...MOT...LOC 1420Z 237DEG 37KT 3400 8531 3353 8545 3327 8546 3301
8546

WIND...40MPH
Special weather statement, Apr 3, 9:29 AM EST, 29 minutes before
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Peachtree City GA
1029 AM EDT MON APR 3 2017

GAZ024-025-027-035>038-031500-
Madison GA-Banks GA-Jackson GA-Barrow GA-Oglethorpe GA-Clarke GA-
Oconee GA-
1029 AM EDT MON APR 3 2017

...SIGNIFICANT WEATHER ADVISORY FOR MADISON...SOUTHEASTERN BANKS...
EASTERN JACKSON...EASTERN BARROW...NORTHWESTERN OGLETHORPE...CLARKE
AND OCONEE COUNTIES UNTIL 1100 AM EDT...

At 1029 AM EDT...a strong thunderstorm was over Beechwood Hills, or
near Athens...moving northeast at 65 mph.

  HAZARD...Up to 40 mph wind...pea sized hail and frequent cloud to
           ground lightning.

  IMPACT...Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of
           light...unsecured objects.

Some locations in the path of this storm include
Commerce, Watkinsville, Danielsville, Athens, Statham, Arcade,
Nicholson, Comer, Winterville, Bogart, Colbert, Arnoldsville, Ila,
Bishop, Hull, Whitehall, Athens-Clarke County, Westgate Park, Diamond
Hill and Smithonia.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear
thunder...you are close enough to be struck by lightning.

LAT...LON 3427 8334 3424 8334 3426 8331 3418 8310
      3417 8310 3415 8308 3416 8307 3413 8305
      3412 8304 3377 8331 3389 8361 3430 8343
TIME...MOT...LOC 1429Z 203DEG 58KT 3396 8344

HAIL...0.25IN
WIND...40MPH
Special weather statement, Apr 3, 9:43 AM EST, 15 minutes before
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Peachtree City GA
1043 AM EDT MON APR 3 2017

GAZ061-073-074-084-031515-
Wilkinson GA-Washington GA-Baldwin GA-Hancock GA-
1043 AM EDT MON APR 3 2017

...SIGNIFICANT WEATHER ADVISORY FOR WILKINSON...WESTERN WASHINGTON...
BALDWIN AND SOUTHWESTERN HANCOCK COUNTIES UNTIL 1115 AM EDT...

At 1043 AM EDT...a strong thunderstorm was near Irwinton...moving
northeast at 60 mph.

  HAZARD...Up to 40 mph wind...pea sized hail and frequent cloud to
           ground lightning.

  IMPACT...Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of
           light...unsecured objects.

Some locations in the path of this storm include
Milledgeville, Sandersville, Irwinton, Tennille, Ivey, McIntyre,
Toomsboro, Oconee, Deepstep, Midway-Hardwick, Beulah, Coopers,
Underwood, Allenwood, Linton, Pancras, Nicklesville, Scottsboro,
Hebron and Hardwick.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear
thunder...you are close enough to be struck by lightning.

LAT...LON 3266 8307 3276 8331 3319 8328 3320 8295
      3295 8268
TIME...MOT...LOC 1443Z 202DEG 54KT 3276 8316

HAIL...0.25IN
WIND...40MPH
Special weather statement, Apr 3, 9:47 AM EST, 11 minutes before
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Peachtree City GA
1047 AM EDT MON APR 3 2017

GAZ030-031-041>043-052-031515-
Polk GA-Douglas GA-Haralson GA-Carroll GA-Heard GA-Paulding GA-
1047 AM EDT MON APR 3 2017

...SIGNIFICANT WEATHER ADVISORY FOR EASTERN POLK...WESTERN DOUGLAS...
HARALSON...CARROLL...NORTHWESTERN HEARD AND WESTERN PAULDING COUNTIES
UNTIL 1115 AM EDT...

At 1046 AM EDT...National Weather Service doppler radar indicated a
line of strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near
Buchanan to Bowdon Junction to near Bowdon to Roosterville...and
moving northeast at 50 mph.

  HAZARD...40 to 50 mph wind and enhanced risk of a brief tornado.

  IMPACT...While winds should result in minor damage to tree limbs
           and blowing around of light...unsecured objects...the
           leading edge of this line of storms has also exhibited
           areas of localized rotation. A brief tornado could
           quickly form.

Some locations in the path of these storms include
Carrollton, Dallas, Buchanan, Villa Rica, Bremen, Temple, Rockmart,
Tallapoosa, Bowdon, Mount Zion, Aragon, Waco, Ephesus,
Centralhatchee, Braswell, Roopville, Taylorsville, Yorkville, Clem
and Abilene.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People outdoors should seek shelter immediately.

LAT...LON 3364 8524 3383 8530 3409 8498 3408 8493
      3401 8489 3379 8488 3357 8491 3325 8524
      3352 8530
TIME...MOT...LOC 1446Z 221DEG 43KT 3382 8522 3367 8515 3355 8522 3338
8519

WIND...50MPH
Special weather statement, Apr 3, 9:50 AM EST, 8 minutes before
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Peachtree City GA
1050 AM EDT MON APR 3 2017

GAZ042-052-053-066-078-031530-
Harris GA-Coweta GA-Carroll GA-Troup GA-Heard GA-
1050 AM EDT MON APR 3 2017

...SIGNIFICANT WEATHER ADVISORY FOR WESTERN HARRIS...WESTERN
COWETA...SOUTHEASTERN CARROLL...TROUP AND HEARD COUNTIES UNTIL 1130
AM EDT...

At 1049 AM EDT...a line of strong thunderstorms extending from
Waresville to near Chambers County Lake to near Beauregard...and
moving northeast at 50 mph.

  HAZARD...Up to 40 mph wind...frequent cloud to ground lightning
           and heavy rain.

  IMPACT...Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of
           light...unsecured objects. Heavy rain may cause temporary
           street flooding especially in poor drainage areas.

Some locations in the path of these storms include
Lagrange, Franklin, West Point, Hogansville, Whitesburg,
Centralhatchee, Corinth, Cannonville, Louise, Seaton Lake, Rocky
Point, Piedmont Heights, Mountain Hill, Harrisonville, Hillcrest,
Wares Crossroads, Glenn, Bartletts Ferry Dam, Whitesville-Pine Lake
and State Line Park.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear
thunder...you are close enough to be struck by lightning. Motorists
should slow down and be prepared for possible loss of control due to
hydroplaning.

LAT...LON 3324 8525 3357 8491 3314 8491 3270 8498
      3263 8509 3264 8511 3266 8509 3269 8512
      3271 8512 3274 8511 3276 8514 3278 8512
      3281 8517 3285 8515 3286 8519 3322 8525
TIME...MOT...LOC 1449Z 223DEG 43KT 3323 8524 3287 8530 3250 8533

WIND...40MPH

The radar

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Event by event

40 thunderstorm wind, 31 tornado, 1 hail. Local standard time, as filed.

Tornado, Carroll

When
April 3, 9:58 AM EST to 10:02 AM EST
Where
Carroll County, 2.11 mi WSW of Carrollton to 0.27 mi NE of Carrollton
Rating
EF1
Path length
2.37 mi
Path width
300 yd
Property damage
$50,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
33.569, -85.114

A National Weather Service survey team found that a brief EF-1 tornado with maximum wind speeds of 90 MPH and a maximum path width of 300 yards touched down over central Carroll County, near the University of West Georgia. The tornado tracked northeast then turned more easterly before dissipating near Highway 27 in Carrollton. Much of the tornado damage was snapped and uprooted trees, however, significant structural damage occurred to a fire station off Brumbelow Road. A Styrofoam-core metal roof was pulled off of the building and in the process, a portion of a concrete exterior wall was destroyed. Numerous large trees were snapped or uprooted across the street from this location. Based on this damage, estimated|winds were around 90 mph which resulted in an EF-1 rating for this tornado. No injuries were reported. [04/03/17: Tornado #1, County #1/1, EF-1, Carroll, 2017:033].

Thunderstorm Wind, Troup

When
April 3, 10:00 AM EST to 10:10 AM EST
Where
Troup County, 0.35 mi NNE of West Pt
Measured
45 kt (52 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$15,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.874, -85.177

The Troup County Emergency Manager reported a tree blown down onto a house on East 7th Street in West Point. No injuries were reported.

Thunderstorm Wind, Carroll

When
April 3, 10:10 AM EST to 10:15 AM EST
Where
Carroll County, 1.03 mi E of Carrollton
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
Amateur Radio
Coordinates
33.582, -85.062

An amateur radio operator reported multiple trees blown down at the intersection of Highway 166 and Cedar Street.

Thunderstorm Wind, Cherokee

When
April 3, 10:23 AM EST to 10:28 AM EST
Where
Cherokee County, 2.5 mi NW of Waleska
Measured
45 kt (52 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$1,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
34.346, -84.580

The Cherokee County Emergency Manager reported a tree blown down at the intersection of Reinhardt College Parkway and Salacoa Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Hancock

When
April 3, 10:25 AM EST to 10:30 AM EST
Where
Hancock County, 0.23 mi E of Shoulderbone to 0.68 mi NE of Sparta
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$12,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
33.330, -83.066

The Hancock County Emergency Manager reported trees blown down from around the intersection of Hunts Chapel Road and Highway 16 into downtown Sparta.

Tornado, Fulton

When
April 3, 10:28 AM EST to 10:37 AM EST
Where
Fulton County, 1.06 mi SW of Rico to 3.38 mi E of Rico
Rating
EF1
Path length
4.07 mi
Path width
150 yd
Property damage
$100,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
33.568, -84.781

A National Weather Service survey team found that an EF-1 tornado, with maximum wind speeds of 90 MPH and a maximum path width of 150 yards, touched down along Campbellton Redwine Road in a rural part of southwest Fulton County. A few trees were snapped onto the roadway and in an adjacent field. The tornado moved northeast crossing Upper Wooten Road and Rico Road snapping and uprooting trees before moving through a heavily wooded area north of Upper Wooten Road into an area of bike trails. Hundreds of trees were blown down across these bike trails. The tornado then crossed into Cochran Mill Park snapping a few trees and crossed Cochran Mill Road before lifting just south of Rivertown Road. [04/03/17: Tornado #2, County #1/1, EF-1, Fulton, 2017:034].

Thunderstorm Wind, Troup

When
April 3, 10:30 AM EST to 10:35 AM EST
Where
Troup County, 1.38 mi SSE of Knott
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$6,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
33.011, -84.944

The Troup County Emergency Manager reported trees blown down at Upper Big Springs Road and Knott Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Pickens

When
April 3, 10:32 AM EST to 10:42 AM EST
Where
Pickens County, 2.18 mi E of Hinton to 3.09 mi SSW of Talking Rock
Measured
55 kt (63 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$20,000
Reported by
Trained Spotter
Coordinates
34.479, -84.542

A trained spotter reported multiple trees blown down and a shed destroyed from Mullinax Road and Highway 53 to Mullinax road and Hill City Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Cobb

When
April 3, 10:40 AM EST to 10:45 AM EST
Where
Cobb County, 1.19 mi WSW of Mableton
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Amateur Radio
Coordinates
33.815, -84.600

An amateur radio operator reported trees and traffic lights blown down at Veterans Memorial Highway and South Gordon Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Meriwether

When
April 3, 10:40 AM EST to 10:45 AM EST
Where
Meriwether County, 0.58 mi E of Greenville
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$20,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
33.030, -84.710

The Meriwether County Emergency Manager reported trees blown down onto homes in Greenville. No injuries were reported.

Tornado, Muscogee

When
April 3, 10:42 AM EST to 10:48 AM EST
Where
Muscogee County, 0.51 mi SW of Muscogee to 1.19 mi E of Linden
Rating
EF1
Path length
3.27 mi
Path width
175 yd
Property damage
$100,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.444, -84.956

A National Weather Service survey team found that an EF-1 tornado touched down in Columbus along Cusseta Road and traveled east crossing Clover Lane, Brennan |Road and into a mobile home community south of St. Mary's Road. Numerous trees were downed and damage occurred to the roofs and skirting of a few trailers in the mobile home community. The tornado crossed St. Mary's Road into another neighborhood where numerous trees were snapped or uprooted along Vivian Lane, Hawaii Way and North Oakley drive where an apartment complex had more than 20 percent of its roof removed. The tornado crossed I-185 a few hundred feet north of the St. Mary's Road exit into the Sunset Trace Neighborhood where numerous trees were snapped or uprooted Some of these trees fell onto homes and cars. The tornado continued east crossing Wickham Drive and Mays Avenue onto Dorado Circle where the most extensive home damage occurred from falling trees. The tornado began to weaken as it crossed Northstar Drive narrowly missing a school and snapping a few |trees nearby before ending along RC Allen Drive prior to crossing onto the Ft. Benning Army Reservation. No injuries were reported. [04/03/17: Tornado #3, County #1/1, EF-1, Muscogee, 2017:035].

Thunderstorm Wind, Muscogee

When
April 3, 10:54 AM EST to 10:59 AM EST
Where
Muscogee County, 2.26 mi ENE of Midland to 1.82 mi NW of Upatoi
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
Broadcast Media
Coordinates
32.583, -84.784

The Columbus local broadcast media reported several trees blown down from County Line Road to Fulton Road.

Tornado, Stewart

When
April 3, 11:10 AM EST to 11:12 AM EST
Where
Stewart County, 1.47 mi SW of Julia to 1.46 mi SSW of Lumpkin
Rating
EF0
Path length
1.56 mi
Path width
150 yd
Property damage
$100,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.034, -84.836

A National Weather Service survey team found that an EF-0 tornado with maximum wind speeds of 85 MPH and a maximum path width of 150 yards occurred in central Stewart County. The tornado touched down along Green Grove Road southwest of the town of Lumpkin snapping a few trees west of the Bell Sister Road intersection. The tornado travelled east southeast hitting Steward County High School. Several trees were snapped at the front of the school and roofing material was torn off and spread several hundred yards east of the school. Water damage inside the school resulted From the loss of the roofing material, primarily on the east side of the school. Bleachers on an adjacent baseball field were overturned and sections of fence along the field were blown down. A few more trees were blown down east of the High School |before the tornado lifted just west of US Highway 27. No injuries were reported. [04/03/17: Tornado #4, County #1/1, EF-0, Stewart, 2017:036].

Thunderstorm Wind, Stewart

When
April 3, 11:13 AM EST to 11:18 AM EST
Where
Stewart County, 0.52 mi ENE of Lumpkin
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$1,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.052, -84.791

The Stewart County Emergency Manager reported trees blown down at Rockwell Street and Hardwick Lane.

Tornado, Stewart

When
April 3, 11:16 AM EST to 11:18 AM EST
Where
Stewart County, 1.08 mi E of Randall to 0.78 mi W of Richland
Rating
EF0
Path length
1.35 mi
Path width
100 yd
Property damage
$20,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.069, -84.701

A National Weather Service survey team found a second tornado touched down in Stewart County. This tornado, associated with the same thunderstorm that produced the tornado near Lumpkin, was rated EF-0 with maximum wind speeds of 70 MPH and a maximum path width of 100 yards. The tornado touched down along US Highway 27 southwest of Richland snapping a few trees south of the highway. The tornado moved northeast hitting a small shed on the north side of the highway, ripping off roof panels. The tornado continued northeast along US Highway 27 knocking down a few trees near the intersection with Pleasant Valley Road before ending prior to reaching Highway 520. No injuries were reported. [04/03/17: Tornado #5, County #1/1, EF-0, Stewart, 2017:037].

Tornado, Lumpkin

When
April 3, 11:17 AM EST to 11:26 AM EST
Where
Lumpkin County, 1.8 mi NW of Halfway to 0.4 mi NNW of Grace
Rating
EF1
Path length
4.61 mi
Path width
350 yd
Property damage
$75,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
34.486, -83.925

A National Weather Service survey team found that an EF-1 tornado with maximum wind speeds of 100 MPH and a maximum path width of 350 yards occurred in Lumpkin County. The tornado began east of Georgia Highway 400 along Red Oak Flats Road near Red Oak Flats Loop. Numerous uprooted trees were found along the majority of Red Oak Flats Road as the tornado moved northeast. After the tornado crossed Old Dahlonega Highway it strengthened to an EF-1 along a ridgetop causing significant damage to barns and sheds. Damage to a home was found on Dunagan Drive along with numerous large trees uprooted in a pasture behind the road. The tornado continued northeast along Cleveland Highway but weakened to EF-0, causing damage to numerous trees and the collapse of a large chicken coop on Francis Smith Road. The tornado ended after moving east of Francis Smith Road. No injuries were reported. [04/03/17: Tornado #6, County #1/1, EF-1, Lumpkin, 2017:038].

Tornado, Talbot

When
April 3, 11:18 AM EST to 11:22 AM EST
Where
Talbot County, 1.09 mi N of Talbotton to 1.93 mi NNE of Talbotton Jumpn J Ar
Rating
EF0
Path length
2.23 mi
Path width
75 yd
Property damage
$25,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.696, -84.527

A National Weather Service survey team that an EF-0 tornado with maximum wind speeds of 70 MPH and a maximum path width of 75 yards occurred in central Talbot County. The tornado touched down northeast of Talbotton along Boot Kelly Road near Buckrun Road. The tornado snapped trees and tossed several trampolines near the beginning of the track where a few homes were located. As the tornado traveled northeast, the area became more forested and damage was limited to trees snapped on either side of Boot Kelly Road. The tornado ended east of Boot Kelly Road and west of PoBiddy Road. No injuries were reported. [04/03/17: Tornado #7, County #1/1, EF-0, Talbot, 2017:039].

Thunderstorm Wind, Stewart

When
April 3, 11:20 AM EST to 11:25 AM EST
Where
Stewart County, 0.3 mi SSW of Richland
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$6,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.076, -84.673

The Stewart County Emergency Manager reported trees and power poles blown down along Highway 520 in Richland.

Tornado, Talbot

When
April 3, 11:26 AM EST to 11:32 AM EST
Where
Talbot County, 0.96 mi WSW of Ypsilanti to 2.25 mi NW of Prattsburg
Rating
EF1
Path length
3.65 mi
Path width
200 yd
Property damage
$50,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.746, -84.436

A National Weather Service survey team found that an EF-1 tornado with maximum wind speeds of 105 MPH and a maximum path width of 200 yards occurred in Talbot County. The tornado touched down along Pobiddy Road near the intersection with Jeff Hendricks Road and traveled east snapping a few trees before crossing Poplar Cross Road where several trees were snapped or uprooted onto the road. The tornado continued east along the north side of Carl Mathis Road in a wooded area downing trees. At an unoccupied home along Carl Mathis Road, a nearly 100 year old barn was completely destroyed along with a small shed. Numerous pecan and other hardwood trees north of the home were snapped and uprooted. The tornado crossed George Smith road continuing to down trees before weakening in a wooded area east of George Smith Road. No injuries were reported. [04/03/17: Tornado #8, County #1/1, EF-1, Talbot, 2017:040].

Thunderstorm Wind, White

When
April 3, 11:27 AM EST to 11:37 AM EST
Where
White County, 3.92 mi W of Cleveland to 2.3 mi WSW of Cleveland
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$12,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
34.590, -83.818

The White County Emergency Manager reported numerous trees blown down from Charlie Thomas Road to around the intersection of Town Creek Road and Highway 115.

Thunderstorm Wind, Pike

When
April 3, 11:28 AM EST to 11:33 AM EST
Where
Pike County, 2.93 mi ESE of Williamson
Measured
55 kt (63 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
33.167, -84.322

The Pike County Emergency Manager reported trees and power lines blown down near the intersection of Patton Road and Sunset Road. The metal roof was also blown off of a barn and wrapped around trees.

Tornado, Webster

When
April 3, 11:29 AM EST to 11:33 AM EST
Where
Webster County, 6.83 mi NW of Preston to 5.55 mi N of Preston
Rating
EF0
Path length
3.88 mi
Path width
150 yd
Property damage
$15,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.141, -84.611

A National Weather Service survey team found that an EF-0 tornado with maximum wind speeds of 75 MPH and a maximum path width of 150 yards occurred in northern Webster County. The tornado touched down just west of Seminole Road snapping several trees onto the roadway. The tornado moved east snapping trees as it crossed County Roads 8 and 123 before ending prior to crossing Highway 41. No injuries were reported. [04/03/17: Tornado #9, County #1/1, EF-0, Webster, 2017:041].

Thunderstorm Wind, Spalding

When
April 3, 11:30 AM EST to 11:35 AM EST
Where
Spalding County, 0.35 mi SW of Griffin
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$8,000
Reported by
Amateur Radio
Coordinates
33.246, -84.274

An amateur radio operator reported multiple trees and power lines blown down around the intersection of Poplar Street and 13th Street.

Tornado, Spalding

When
April 3, 11:35 AM EST to 11:37 AM EST
Where
Spalding County, 0.82 mi SSW of Experiment to 0.62 mi SSE of Experiment
Rating
EF0
Path length
0.59 mi
Path width
150 yd
Property damage
$50,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
33.260, -84.287

A National Weather Service survey team found that an EF-0 tornado with maximum wind speeds of 85 MPH and a maximum path width of 150 yards occurred in central Spalding County. The tornado touched down just northwest of the town of Griffin, near the University of Georgia-Griffin campus around the intersection of Melrose Avenue and Baker Street. The tornado travelled east snapping or uprooting numerous trees with some falling on several homes causing extensive structural damage. This damage occurred in a narrow path between Melrose Avenue and Cedar Avenue, along and near Ellis Road. No injuries were reported. [04/03/17: Tornado #10, County #1/1, EF-0, Spalding, 2017:042].

Thunderstorm Wind, Spalding

When
April 3, 11:35 AM EST to 11:40 AM EST
Where
Spalding County, 0.59 mi WSW of Griffin to 1.31 mi NNE of East Griffin
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$8,000
Reported by
Amateur Radio
Coordinates
33.248, -84.280

An amateur radio operator reported trees blown down from S. 17th Street to Kennedy and N. 2nd Street.

Tornado, Upson

When
April 3, 11:36 AM EST to 11:39 AM EST
Where
Upson County, 3.48 mi S of Barker Spg to 3.37 mi SE of Barker Spg
Rating
EF0
Path length
1.74 mi
Path width
75 yd
Property damage
$30,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.820, -84.315

A National Weather Service survey team found that an EF-0 tornado with maximum wind speeds of 70 MPH and a maximum path width of 75 yards occurred in south-central Upson County. The tornado briefly touched down south of Thomaston along John B Gordon road snapping a few trees then moved northeast crossing US Highway 19 following along New Harmony Church Road were several trees were snapped or uprooted. Minor roof damage was noted to some homes along Samuel Atwater Road. The tornado ended along New Harmony Church Road before crossing Wolf Creek. No injuries were reported. [04/03/17: Tornado #11 County #1/1, EF-0, Upson, 2017:043].

Tornado, Upson

When
April 3, 11:44 AM EST to 11:52 AM EST
Where
Upson County, 4.56 mi ESE of Barker Spg to 3.05 mi SE of Salem
Rating
EF1
Path length
6.67 mi
Path width
150 yd
Property damage
$20,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.843, -84.248

A National Weather Service survey team found that an EF-1 tornado with maximum wind speeds of 90 MPH and a maximum path width of 150 yards occurred in eastern Upson County. This tornado developed out of the same storm that produced a short-track tornado south of Thomaston 6 minutes earlier. The tornado touched down west of Birdsong Road snapping a few trees and continued east along Waymanville Road where numerous trees were snapped and uprooted. The tornado path turned more northeasterly and crossed Kendall Drive uprooting several trees before crossing Logtown Road at the intersection with Traylor drive where several trees were snapped or uprooted and minor damage to a church occurred. The tornado continued northeast crossing Kendall Road several times as it traveled essentially parallel to it, snapping a few trees along the way. The tornado crossed Pleasant Grove Road snapping and uprooting a few trees before lifting in a wooded area east of that location before crossing into Monroe County. No injuries were reported. [04/03/17: Tornado #12, County #1/1, EF-1, Upson, 2017:044].

Tornado, Schley

When
April 3, 11:46 AM EST to 11:56 AM EST
Where
Schley County, 1.61 mi SSE of Walls Crossing to 2.16 mi E of Ellaville
Rating
EF1
Path length
5.48 mi
Path width
200 yd
Property damage
$500,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.230, -84.357

A National Weather Service survey team found that an EF1 tornado with maximum wind speeds of 105 MPH and a maximum path width of 200 yards touched down west of Ellaville near a small farm south of Chancey Drive. The tornado moved east snapping and uprooting trees along its path south of Chancey Drive into southern Ellaville. The tornado snapped and uprooted dozens of trees as it crossed Pinefield Drive and Ridgewood Drive where several homes were impacted. The tornado continued east crossing Ebenezer Road and travelling along Pine Circle snapping trees and causing roof damage to homes. The tornado crossed South Callaway Drive and Broad Street where a large metal building collapsed onto peanut storage bins. The |tornado then turned southeast hitting a large warehouse and mobile home manufacturer. A metal building was heavily damaged and several new mobile homes were overturned in a holding lot. The tornado then turned east once again crossing Highway 19 and paralleling Highway 228, snapping a few trees, before lifting west of Lacross Road. In total, more than 40 homes were damaged with 3 destroyed by falling trees. Twelve businesses sustained damage of varying degrees and the entire town of Ellaville was without power for more than 24 hours. No injuries were reported. [04/03/17: Tornado #13, County #1/1, EF-1, Schley, 2017:45].

Thunderstorm Wind, Rockdale

When
April 3, 11:46 AM EST to 11:51 AM EST
Where
Rockdale County, 1.3 mi ESE of Richardson
Measured
45 kt (52 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$8,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
33.571, -84.111

The Rockdale County Emergency Manager reported power lines blown down on East Fairview Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Upson

When
April 3, 11:49 AM EST to 11:54 AM EST
Where
Upson County, 0.9 mi SW of The Rock
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$6,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.960, -84.240

The Upson County Emergency Manager reported several trees blown down along The Rock Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Henry

When
April 3, 11:51 AM EST to 11:55 AM EST
Where
Henry County, 0.58 mi W of Locust Grv Trpl H Ar
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$6,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
33.370, -84.180

The public reported trees snapped and uprooted.

Tornado, Henry

When
April 3, 11:52 AM EST to 11:55 AM EST
Where
Henry County, 2.2 mi S of Locust Grove to 2.99 mi SE of Locust Grove
Rating
EF0
Path length
1.77 mi
Path width
250 yd
Property damage
$50,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
33.318, -84.116

A National Weather Service survey team found that an EF0 tornado with maximum wind speeds of 85 MPH and a maximum path width of 250 yards touched down in southern Henry County, just south of the Locust Grove community near the intersection of LG Griffin Road and Hartwell Road. The tornado traveled east for less than 2 miles, mainly snapping or uprooting trees. In a neighborhood off Jayley|Parkway, numerous shingles were pulled off of the roof of one residence. Just south of this location, a large tree fell on the corner of a home resulting in significant roof and exterior wall damage. The tornado lifted along Grove Pointe Circle just east of Locust Road. This tornado was associated with the same thunderstorm that produced an EF0 |tornado in Griffin about 20 minutes earlier. No injuries were reported. [04/03/17: Tornado #14, County #1/1, EF-0, Henry, 2017:046].

Thunderstorm Wind, Monroe

When
April 3, 11:55 AM EST to 12:00 PM EST
Where
Monroe County, 0.88 mi WSW of Culloden to 2.18 mi E of Culloden
Measured
60 kt (69 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$20,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.864, -84.093

The Monroe County Emergency Manager reported numerous trees blown down around and east of Culloden. Trees fell on homes on College and Norwood Streets and a large tree was across the road on Highway 341. East of Culloden on Highway 74, several pieces of a tin roof were peeled back and a large sliding door was damaged on a garage. No injuries were reported.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lamar

When
April 3, 11:56 AM EST to 12:01 PM EST
Where
Lamar County, 0.94 mi WSW of Barnesvle Redbone Ar
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$7,000
Reported by
Amateur Radio
Coordinates
32.973, -84.114

Am amateur radio operator reported trees blown down around the intersection of Highway 341 and Willis Road.

Tornado, Monroe

When
April 3, 12:06 PM EST to 12:22 PM EST
Where
Monroe County, 2.02 mi WNW of Smarr to 2.54 mi WNW of Dames Ferry
Rating
EF1
Path length
8.13 mi
Path width
300 yd
Property damage
$300,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.990, -83.903

A National Weather Service survey team found that an EF1 tornado with maximum wind speeds of 110 MPH and a maximum path width of 300 yards touched down west of US Highway 41 near Montpelier Road. The tornado traveled northeast crossing Highway 41 near Old Rumble Road snapping or uprooting numerous trees. The tornado widened as it approached Gose Road west of I-75. More than a hundred trees were |snapped or uprooted in a wooded area west of Gose Road. Along Gose Road, numerous homes sustained roof damage from the wind or from falling trees. The tornado continued northeast crossing I-75 where several trees fell onto cars on the interstate and blocked the highway. The interstate was shut down for several hours due to debris. The tornado continued northeast crossing Lee King Road where it damaged a small garage roof and snapped dozens of trees before crossing Abares Road and Jenkins Road. A couple homes sustained damage in this area due to falling|trees. The tornado began to weaken as it continued northeast crossing Dames Ferry Road then dissipating shortly before entering Lake Juliette. In total, several thousand customers were left without power, 30 homes sustained damage and 1 home was destroyed. A family was trapped in their home along Music Row, however no injuries were reported. [04/03/17: Tornado #15, County #1/1, EF-1, Monroe, 2017:047].

Thunderstorm Wind, Sumter

When
April 3, 12:14 PM EST to 12:19 PM EST
Where
Sumter County, Friendship to 2.33 mi NNW of Americus
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$20,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.150, -84.420

The Sumter County Emergency Manager reported trees blown down from around the intersection of Highways 153 and 30 to Mallon Road. A house was hit by a falling tree on Mallon road. No injuries were reported.

Thunderstorm Wind, Newton

When
April 3, 12:18 PM EST to 12:25 PM EST
Where
Newton County, 1.11 mi NE of Jamestown to 0.11 mi W of Jerusalem
Measured
60 kt (69 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$200,000
Reported by
Amateur Radio
Coordinates
33.531, -83.806

An amateur radio operator reported multiple trees blown down along Highway 213 from around Dixie Road into the city of Mansfield. Severe damage occurred at a tractor equipment company, a car lot and the City Hall in Mansfield.

Thunderstorm Wind, Crawford

When
April 3, 12:22 PM EST to 12:32 PM EST
Where
Crawford County, 5.1 mi ENE of Lee Pope
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
Amateur Radio
Coordinates
32.630, -83.870

An amateur radio operator reported multiple trees and power lines down along Taylors Mill Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Newton

When
April 3, 12:23 PM EST to 12:28 PM EST
Where
Newton County, 0.46 mi W of Jerusalem to 0.11 mi WSW of Jerusalem
Measured
65 kt (75 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$100,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
33.519, -83.738

The Newton County Emergency Manager reported multiple structures damaged and a partial building collapse around the intersection of Highways 213 and 11 in downtown Mansfield. No injuries were reported.

Thunderstorm Wind, Macon

When
April 3, 12:25 PM EST to 12:30 PM EST
Where
Macon County, 0.36 mi SE of Oglethorpe
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$8,000
Reported by
Amateur Radio
Coordinates
32.296, -84.066

An amateur radio operator reported trees and power lines blown down on North Randolph Street.

Tornado, Peach

When
April 3, 12:30 PM EST to 12:35 PM EST
Where
Peach County, 1.05 mi WNW of Byron to 2.14 mi SSW of Echeconnee
Rating
EF0
Path length
3.35 mi
Path width
600 yd
Continued into
Houston, Ga (FFC)
Property damage
$75,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.658, -83.766

A National Weather Service survey team found that an EF1 tornado with maximum wind speeds of 93 MPH and a maximum path width of 600 yards touched down in west Byron. The tornado moved east, crossing I-75 and travelling east along Dunbar Road before crossing US Highway 41 into Houston County. The primary damage along this path was snapped or uprooted trees. A few of these trees struck homes causing damage. No injuries were reported. [04/03/17: Tornado #16, County #1/2, EF-1, Peach, Houston, 2017:048].

Tornado, Houston

When
April 3, 12:35 PM EST to 12:45 PM EST
Where
Houston County, 2.67 mi NW of Centerville to 1.28 mi SSE of Elberta
Rating
EF1
Path length
5.88 mi
Path width
600 yd
Property damage
$100,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.650, -83.709

A National Weather Service survey team found that an EF1 tornado with maximum wind speeds of 93 MPH and a maximum path width of 600 yards moved east into Houston County from Peach County. The tornado entered the county along US Highway 41 at the intersection with Dunbar Road. The tornado continued eastward across northern sections of Centerville and Warner Robins before ending just east of Highway 129 near the northern end of Robins AFB. The primary damage along this path was snapped or uprooted trees. A few of these trees struck homes causing damage. No injuries were reported. [04/03/17: Tornado #16, County #2/2, EF-1, Peach, Houston, 2017:048].

Tornado, Jones

When
April 3, 12:40 PM EST to 12:46 PM EST
Where
Jones County, 3.3 mi NNE of Round Oak to 5.16 mi WNW of Ethridge
Rating
EF0
Path length
2.94 mi
Path width
100 yd
Property damage
$50,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
33.146, -83.605

A National Weather Service survey team found that an EF0 tornado with maximum wind speeds of 70 MPH and a maximum path width of 100 yards touched down west of Hadaway Road in Jones County. The tornado traveled east crossing Hadaway Road, Hillsboro Lake Road, Hadaway Road a second time and then Hadaway Road once again south of Dumas Road before ending. Numerous trees were snapped or uprooted along the path. Minor structural damage occurred to one home on Hillsboro Lake Road when a tree was uprooted next to the home. No injuries were reported. [04/03/17: Tornado #17, County #1/1, EF-0, Jones, 2017:049].

Thunderstorm Wind, Houston

When
April 3, 12:40 PM EST to 12:45 PM EST
Where
Houston County, 1.1 mi NNE of Neal to 2.96 mi W of Sand Bed
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$15,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.445, -83.775

The Houston County Emergency Manager reported numerous trees blown down around Perry. A tree was reported down on a home on Surrey Place. No injuries were reported.

Thunderstorm Wind, Jones

When
April 3, 12:42 PM EST to 12:52 PM EST
Where
Jones County, 1.36 mi NNW of Round Oak to 2.74 mi NE of Ethridge
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
911 Call Center
Coordinates
33.119, -83.626

The Jones County 911 center reported trees blown down from around the intersection of Highway 11 and Round Oak Juliette Road to around Highway 129 and Mathis Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Bibb

When
April 3, 12:45 PM EST to 12:50 PM EST
Where
Bibb County, 0.88 mi E of Avondale
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$25,000
Reported by
Social Media
Coordinates
32.679, -83.615

A report was received on social media of damage to a home on McArrell Drive.

Thunderstorm Wind, Houston

When
April 3, 12:50 PM EST to 12:52 PM EST
Where
Houston County, 0.93 mi NW of Wallston
Measured
40 kt (46 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$1,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.630, -83.612

The Houston County Emergency Manager reported a large tree limb blown down on a house on Green Street.

Tornado, Twiggs

When
April 3, 12:56 PM EST to 1:04 PM EST
Where
Twiggs County, 2.59 mi SSE of Huber to 3.6 mi S of Ripley
Rating
EF1
Path length
5.8 mi
Path width
440 yd
Property damage
$30,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.668, -83.526

A National Weather Service survey team found that an EF1 tornado with maximum wind speeds of 93 MPH and a maximum path width of 440 yards touched down in Twiggs County about 4 miles northeast of Robins AFB long US Highway 129-Alt. The tornado travelled east crossing Alton White Boulevard and Friendship Church Road. The tornado than followed along Bullard Road crossing I-16 before lifting just past Marion Ripley Road. This tornado remained over rural, wooded country and damage consisted of numerous hardwood and softwood trees snapped or uprooted. No injuries were reported. [04/03/17: Tornado #18, County #1/1, EF-1, Twiggs, 2017:050].

Tornado, Wilkinson

When
April 3, 1:03 PM EST to 1:13 PM EST
Where
Wilkinson County, 2.85 mi S of Brooks to 0.37 mi ENE of Gordon
Rating
EF2
Path length
3.26 mi
Path width
200 yd
Property damage
$100,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.859, -83.373

A National Weather Service survey team found that an EF2 tornado with maximum wind speeds of 115 MPH and a maximum path width of 200 yards developed southwest of the town of Gordon near the intersection of Highway 57 and Mission Farm Road. The tornado travelled northeast crossing Highway 18 as it entered the community of Gordon. The tornado turned east and quickly strengthened to EF2 strength as it moved|through the Gordon community. Several small business structures were severely damaged and large trees within a local community park area were uprooted as the tornado moved east along Paper Mill Road. The tornado lifted after moving through the local park. This thunderstorm would later produce an EF0 tornado several miles east as it moved north of McIntyre. No injuries were reported. [04/03/17: Tornado # 19, County #1/1, EF-2, Wilkinson, 2017:051].

Tornado, Twiggs

When
April 3, 1:06 PM EST to 1:12 PM EST
Where
Twiggs County, 0.33 mi SSW of Jeffersonville to 4.29 mi E of Jeffersonville
Rating
EF1
Path length
4.42 mi
Path width
350 yd
Continued into
Wilkinson, Ga (FFC)
Property damage
$150,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.676, -83.353

A National Weather Service survey team found that an EF1 tornado with maximum wind speeds of 90 MPH and a maximum path width of 150 yards touched down along Highway 96 just south of Jeffersonville in far eastern Twiggs County. The tornado moved east directly across the Robins AFB WSR-88D radar location snapping a few softwood trees but not damaging to the radar tower. The tornado continued its track |east-southeast where it did its greatest amount of damage along US Highway 80. In this area there was roof damage to the Reece Funeral Home and several air conditioning units on the main roof were moved several feet. A few metal support cables on power poles were also broken. A nearby residence was damaged with the majority of shingles blown off the roof and part of a metal roof was blown off of a barn. Multiple large mature oak trees were uprooted on the property. The tornado continued east crossing Gallimore Mill Road and Buck creek before passing into Wilkinson County. No injuries were reported. [04/03/17: Tornado #20, County #1/2, EF-1, Twiggs, Wilkinson, 2017:052].

Thunderstorm Wind, Crisp

When
April 3, 1:10 PM EST to 1:15 PM EST
Where
Crisp County, 1.67 mi NNE of Milldale
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$6,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
31.924, -83.843

The Crisp County Emergency Manager reported trees blown down around the intersection of the Highway 300 Connector and Highway 300.

Tornado, Wilkinson

When
April 3, 1:12 PM EST to 1:18 PM EST
Where
Wilkinson County, 8.99 mi WNW of Cooktown to 6.62 mi NW of Cooktown
Rating
EF1
Path length
3.49 mi
Path width
350 yd
Property damage
$20,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.670, -83.277

A National Weather Service survey team found that an EF1 tornado with maximum wind speeds of 90 MPH and a maximum path width of 150 yards moved east from Twiggs County into Wilkinson County west of Tarpley Road. The Tornado weakened somewhat but still snapped or uprooted a few trees. After crossing Old Macon Road the tornado ended along Knightpond Road where it briefly intensified and uprooted a few large oak trees. No injuries were reported. [04/03/17: Tornado #20, County #2/2, EF-1, Twiggs, Wilkinson, 2017:052].

Thunderstorm Wind, Twiggs

When
April 3, 1:12 PM EST to 1:17 PM EST
Where
Twiggs County, 0.69 mi N of Jeffersonville
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$8,000
Reported by
Broadcast Media
Coordinates
32.690, -83.350

The Macon area local broadcast media reported numerous trees blown down near the intersection of Bullard Road and Highways 80 and 96.

Tornado, Wilkinson

When
April 3, 1:16 PM EST to 1:23 PM EST
Where
Wilkinson County, 0.88 mi SW of Mt Carmel to 1.98 mi NE of Youngblood Corners
Rating
EF0
Path length
4.11 mi
Path width
90 yd
Property damage
$25,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.890, -83.229

A National Weather Service survey team found that the thunderstorm responsible for the EF2 tornado around Gordon in northwest Wilkinson County produced an EF0 tornado in northern Wilkinson County. The tornado touched down near the intersection of Sheppard Bridge Road and DP Carr Road and travelled northeast crossing Mt. Carmel Road and US Highway 441 before ending around the intersection of Smith Startley Road and Wriley Road. Although most of the path consisted of snapped trees, the tornado caused roof damage to a residence at the intersection of Napier Pond-|Wriley Road and Parker Hill Road. No injuries were reported. [04/03/17: Tornado #21. County #1/1, EF-0, Wilkinson, 2017:053].

Tornado, Hancock

When
April 3, 1:21 PM EST to 1:25 PM EST
Where
Hancock County, 3.85 mi SW of Shoulderbone to 2.94 mi S of Shoulderbone
Rating
EF0
Path length
3.26 mi
Path width
200 yd
Property damage
$20,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
33.294, -83.121

A National Weather Service survey team found that an EF0 tornado with maximum wind speeds of 80 MPH and a maximum path width of 200 yards moved across the western portion of Hancock County. Numerous trees were uprooted and snapped west of Sparta near the intersection of Rivers Road and Fort Creek Road where the tornado touched down. The tornado tracked east for several miles snapping several trees. A small shed was demolished along Hunts Chapel Church Road near the intersection with Pumping Station Road where the tornado ended. [04/03/17: Tornado #22, County #1/1, EF-0, Hancock, 2017:054].

Tornado, Wilkinson

When
April 3, 1:26 PM EST to 1:36 PM EST
Where
Wilkinson County, 1.83 mi NW of Lindsey to 3.13 mi E of Nickelsville
Rating
EF0
Path length
5.75 mi
Path width
150 yd
Continued into
Laurens, Ga (FFC)
Property damage
$20,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.667, -83.124

A National Weather Service survey team found an EF0 tornado with maximum wind speeds of 80 MPH and a maximum path width of 150 yards touched down in southern Wilkinson county along Quinn Williams Road just north of Highway 112. This weak|tornado snapped or uprooted several trees as it moved east crossing US Highway 441 and South Sandy Creek before crossing into Laurens County. No injuries were reported. [04/03/17: Tornado #23, County #1/2, EF-0, Wilkinson, Laurens, 2017:055].

Tornado, Wilkinson

When
April 3, 1:28 PM EST to 1:30 PM EST
Where
Wilkinson County, 3.8 mi S of Toomsboro to 3.83 mi S of Toomsboro
Rating
EF0
Path length
0.17 mi
Path width
100 yd
Property damage
$30,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.775, -83.083

A National Weather Service survey team found that an EF1 tornado briefly touched down in east central Wilkinson County near the intersections of Poplar Springs Church Road, Highway 112 and Club Drive. A single-wide trailer was shifted off its foundation with two people at home at the time. No injuries were reported. Another trailer had some loss of shingles and a collapsed carport. There were also nearby trees snapped. [04/03/17: Tornado #24, County #1/1, EF-1, Wilkinson, 2017:056].

Thunderstorm Wind, Taliaferro

When
April 3, 1:35 PM EST to 1:40 PM EST
Where
Taliaferro County, 1.5 mi SSE of Carters Grove
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$6,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
33.660, -82.920

The Taliaferro County Emergency Manager reported several trees blown down near the intersection of Highways 22 and 44.

Tornado, Laurens

When
April 3, 1:36 PM EST to 1:39 PM EST
Where
Laurens County, 2.46 mi NE of Chappells Mill to 3.12 mi NE of Chappells Mill
Rating
EF0
Path length
0.82 mi
Path width
150 yd
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.679, -83.026

A National Weather Service survey team found an EF0 tornado with maximum wind speeds of 80 MPH and a maximum path width of 150 yards moved east from Wilkinson County into Laurens County west of Wendell Dixon Road. The tornado crossed Wendell Dixon road and snapped or uprooted trees before ending around the intersection of Old Toomsboro Road and Oconee Church Road. No injuries were reported. [04/03/17: Tornado #23, County #2/2, EF-0, Wilkinson, Laurens, 2017:055].

Tornado, Washington

When
April 3, 1:36 PM EST to 1:41 PM EST
Where
Washington County, 1.81 mi NW of Ennis to 4.65 mi NNW of Hazard
Rating
EF1
Path length
5.72 mi
Path width
250 yd
Property damage
$30,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.920, -83.000

A National Weather Service survey team found that an EF1 tornado with maximum wind speeds of 95 MPH and a maximum path width of 250 yards occurred in western Washington County. The tornado touched down along Highway 272 where it caused roof damage to a church and uprooted numerous large trees surrounding the church and within a nearby cemetery. The tornado moved east and weakened to EF0 intensity, causing minor damage to a roof at a home on Green Lane Road and uprooting numerous trees in the area. The tornado continued moving east snapping and uprooting trees as it crossed Lamar's Creek Road before ending along Smith Robson Road southwest of Sandersville. No injuries were reported. [04/03/17: Tornado #25, County #1/1, EF-1, Washington, 2017:057].

Thunderstorm Wind, Wilkes

When
April 3, 1:37 PM EST to 1:42 PM EST
Where
Wilkes County, 1.89 mi S of Tyrone
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
33.643, -82.871

The Wilkes County Emergency Manager reported around a dozen trees blown down at a residence on Rocker Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Baldwin

When
April 3, 1:37 PM EST to 1:42 PM EST
Where
Baldwin County, 2.58 mi ENE of Allon Mill
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$8,000
Reported by
Social Media
Coordinates
33.064, -83.059

A report was received over social media of power lines blown down on JM Walker Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Hancock

When
April 3, 1:50 PM EST to 1:55 PM EST
Where
Hancock County, 0.59 mi NNE of Sparta
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$6,000
Reported by
Broadcast Media
Coordinates
33.278, -82.977

The broadcast media reported trees blown down on Highway 15 between the Dollar General and On-the-Way Motors.

Tornado, Washington

When
April 3, 1:56 PM EST to 1:58 PM EST
Where
Washington County, 2.41 mi SW of Sparks to 2.16 mi SSW of Sparks
Rating
EF0
Path length
0.39 mi
Path width
150 yd
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
33.051, -82.754

A National Weather Service survey team found that a very short-lived tornado developed approximately five miles northeast of Sandersville. Damage was found|along a path from Mayview Road to Kittrell Creek Road where several smaller trees were uprooted and snapped. No injuries were reported. This thunderstorm spawned another tornado, several miles east, near the Washington and Jefferson county line. [04/03/17: Tornado # 26, County #1/1, EF-0, Washington, 2017:058].

Tornado, Washington

When
April 3, 2:00 PM EST to 2:04 PM EST
Where
Washington County, 1.94 mi NNW of Halls Crossing to 2.98 mi NE of Halls Crossing
Rating
EF1
Path length
2.77 mi
Path width
300 yd
Continued into
Jefferson, Ga (FFC)
Property damage
$50,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
33.045, -82.664

A National Weather Service survey team found that an EF1 tornado with maximum wind speeds of 100 MPH and a maximum path width of 300 yards occurred between Edgehill and Davisboro across the Washington and Jefferson county line. The tornado touched down around the intersection of South Sparta Davisboro Road and Jordan Mill Pond Road where damage occurred to the metal roof of a large barn and another barn was demolished along with numerous snapped and uprooted trees. As the tornado moved east it weakened to an EF0 after crossing Tree Nursery Road and moving into Jefferson County. No injuries were reported. [04/03/17: Tornado #27, County #1/2, EF-1, Washington, Jefferson, 2017:059].

Thunderstorm Wind, Johnson

When
April 3, 2:00 PM EST to 2:05 PM EST
Where
Johnson County, Wrightsville
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.730, -82.720

The Johnson County Emergency Manager reported that a tree fell on a car, trapping the driver inside. No injuries were reported.

Tornado, Jefferson

When
April 3, 2:04 PM EST to 2:10 PM EST
Where
Jefferson County, 2.84 mi SW of Grange to 2.69 mi ESE of Grange
Rating
EF0
Path length
4.75 mi
Path width
200 yd
Property damage
$25,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
33.053, -82.617

A National Weather Service survey team found that an EF1 tornado in Washington County moved east into Jefferson County as an EF0 tornado with maximum wind speeds of 80 MPH and a maximum path width of 200 yards. The tornado crossed Highway 88 and Hardeman Road where it caused minor damage to a roof of a home and minor damage to a shed. The tornado continued uprooting several trees before lifting just east of Highway 171. No injuries were reported. [04/03/17: Tornado #27, County #2/2, EF-0, Washington, Jefferson, 2017:059].

Hail, Johnson

When
April 3, 2:04 PM EST to 2:10 PM EST
Where
Johnson County, 2.79 mi WSW of Kite
Measured
1 in hail
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.665, -82.564

The Johnson County Emergency Manager reported quarter size hail on Meeks Road southwest of Kite.

Thunderstorm Wind, Emanuel

When
April 3, 2:07 PM EST to 2:12 PM EST
Where
Emanuel County, 2.12 mi N of Swainsboro Eman Co F to 1.67 mi SSE of Swainsboro
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.630, -82.364

The Emanuel County Emergency Manager reported numerous tree and power lines blown down across Swainsboro. Location include West Moring Street, McKenzie Drive, West Church Street and Advantage Lane.

Thunderstorm Wind, Wheeler

When
April 3, 2:25 PM EST to 2:35 PM EST
Where
Wheeler County, 1.78 mi W of Alamo to Jordan
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$12,000
Reported by
911 Call Center
Coordinates
32.146, -82.810

The Wheeler County 911 center reported multiple trees blown down across the county.

Thunderstorm Wind, Montgomery

When
April 3, 2:40 PM EST to 2:45 PM EST
Where
Montgomery County, 0.74 mi NNE of Ailey
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$8,000
Reported by
911 Call Center
Coordinates
32.190, -82.567

The Montgomery County 911 center reported trees and power lines blown down around Ailey.

Thunderstorm Wind, Montgomery

When
April 3, 2:45 PM EST to 2:50 PM EST
Where
Montgomery County, 0.59 mi W of Charlotteville
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
911 Call Center
Coordinates
32.020, -82.530

The Montgomery County 911 center reported trees and power line sblown down around Uvalda.

What these are

Tornado
A violently rotating column of air in contact with the ground and extending from a thunderstorm, filed with its path, width and Fujita or Enhanced Fujita rating from the damage survey.
Thunderstorm Wind
Winds from a thunderstorm of 50 knots (58 mph) or more, or lower winds that caused damage or casualties. Measured gusts are marked MG, estimated EG.
Hail
Hail three-quarters of an inch or larger, or smaller hail that caused damage, filed with the largest stone measured.

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Sources

NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, Storm Events Database, compiled from the National Weather Service’s monthly Storm Data. Complete through 2026-06; NCEI adds each month about 75 days after it ends and revises past years a few times a year. Rebuilt 2026-09-24. Each event’s entry at NCEI: 695991, 698537, 698538, 698539, 698540, 695993, 698541, 698549, 698550, 698551, 695998, 698552, 696002, 698553, 696006, 696018, 696029, 698554, 696040, 698558, 698556, 696043, 698557, 696052, 698559, 696058, 696068, 698121, 698560, 698561, 698562, 698125, 698566, 698567, 698131, 698572, 698571, 698574, 698555, 698573, and more.