Mississippi, 2019

Tornadoes and Flash Flooding in Mississippi, April 18, 2019

April 18, 2019 · NWS JAN · 153 events in 32 counties and zones

During the daytime hours of April 18th, a developing storm system helped generate a large line of thunderstorms which then moved across the region. From this, a regional outbreak of tornadoes along with widespread wind damage occurred.

Where it happened

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The toll

Deaths
1
Injuries
0
Property damage
$20 million
Crop damage
$2.9 million
Events
153

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 JAN wrote it up.

During the daytime hours of April 18th, a developing storm system helped generate a large line of thunderstorms which then moved across the region. From this, a regional outbreak of tornadoes along with widespread wind damage occurred. This line became efficient at producing tornadoes as a meso-scale vortex developed. The combination of multiple environmental features, set the stage for 43 tornadoes to occur over the forecast area. This ranks as 4th most for a single event across the forecast area. In addition to the tornadoes, widespread wind damage occurred as well.

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 Jackson, MS wrote its last area forecast discussion before the first event at Apr 18, 11:47 AM CST, 3 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Apr 18, 11:47 AM CST, 3 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Jackson MS
1247 PM CDT Thu Apr 18 2019

.UPDATE...
Updated for 18Z aviation discussion

&&

.AVIATION...
18Z TAF discussion:
Widespread showers and thunderstorms will continue to move across
the region today. MVFR ceilings will be widespread throughout the
TAF period with patchy IFR possible. The main concern will be a
line of severe thunderstorms moving from west to east across the
area. Winds will be gusty out of the south through the day before
shifting to out of the north and remaining gusty overnight. /TW/

&&

.DISCUSSION...

A widespread severe weather episode is still expected today with
all hazards likely. A strong shortwave trough currently over the
Southern Plains will continue to lift northeast through the Lower
Mississippi River Valley today. The main surface low over northern
Michigan will continue to lift through the Great Lakes region with
an attendant cold front draped through the Mississippi Valley.
Secondary cyclogenesis is ongoing along the frontal boundary over
east Texas with a deepening low progged to lift into northern
Mississippi through the day. Widespread showers and thunderstorms
are already ongoing across portions of the Delta into central
Louisiana. The majority of this activity, especially across the
Delta, remains elevated above a slowly propagating cold pool.
Little additional forward progress of the cold pool is expected as
it encounters strengthening low-level wind fields in response to
the aforementioned deepening surface low. Warm and moist advection
across the capped warm sector will help 1000-1500 J/kg of MLCAPE
to build through the afternoon beneath strengthening vertical wind
shear, especially in the 0-1km layer.

Early morning runs of the hi-res CAM guidance continue to depict
an intense QLCS moving through the area late this morning through
the early evening hours. Ongoing upstream convection is expected
to congeal into a solid line of storms as strong forcing for
ascent and stout pressure falls overspread the area. A semi-
discrete supercell or two will also be possible ahead of the line.
Favorable parameter space will be supportive of tornadoes, both
line embedded and in any pre-line supercells, of which a few could
be strong, in addition to damaging winds of 70-80mph and isolated
hail up to quarter size. Anomalous moisture combined with heavy
rainfall rates will also lead to flash flooding as 2-4" of rain
with locally higher amounts could fall in a short amount of time.
The ongoing graphics remain on track and no major changes were
needed with this forecast update. /TW/

Prior discussion below:

Today and Tonight...Chances for severe storms and heavy rainfall
resulting in flash flooding, will be possible across the ArkLaMiss
from late this morning through early this evening.  The most intense
storms will be capable of producing winds gusts of 70-80 mph, in
addition to tornadoes, to which a strong tornado cannot be ruled
out, and hail to the size of quarters.  Also, high rainfall rates in
a short amount of time and the potential for training storms, could
result in flash flooding across the forecast area where soils are
already saturated from recent heavy rains.  Rainfall totals on the
order of 2-4 inches will be possible across the forecast area, with
localized higher amounts possible.  As a result, a Flash Flood Watch
is in effect until 10 PM tonight for the entire CWA.

A potent and still deepening mid/upper level low pressure system,
will dig south and pivot east into the Lower Mississippi River
Valley over the next 24 hours.  The resulting increased flow
throughout the atmosphere over the region ahead of it, will cause
anomalous moisture increase across the CWA, resulting in increased
instability across the forecast area through the late morning and
afternoon hours today. Wind shear values will increase across the
forecast area during this time as well.

Meanwhile at the surface, the southeast digging mid/upper level low
will be responsible for causing a strong cold front to develop
across the southern plains and stretching south into South Texas.
This front will begin shifting east towards the ArkLaMiss through
the day.  However ahead of this, a large east advancing outflow
boundary stretches southwest from the Missouri Bootheel, through the
ArkLaTex, and into South Texas.

As today progresses, this cold pool(s) will continue its east
advancement, but should weaken at bit through the early morning
hours due to a diurnal heating minimum.  However, as heating ensues
from the late morning through the afternoon hours, instability, wind
shear, and ascent increase across the forecast area as a surface low
develops and lifts northeast through the CWA.  This will result in
robust thunderstorms developing and becoming organized out ahead of
the aforementioned cold front.  It'll again be during this time,
late morning through early evening, when the chances for severe
thunderstorms and flash flooding increase across the entire
ArkLaMiss.

High-res models are in good agreement and continue to indicate the
overall mode of convection being in the form of an intense QLCS
shifting east across the forecast area.  With bowing segments
expected within this line, damaging straight-line winds are
expected, in addition to the potential for tornadoes spinning up
along breaks in the line.  Some models also continue to indicate the
potential for discrete supercells lifting northeast across mainly
southern Mississippi ahead of the QLCS.

The tightening pressure gradient over the area both pre and post-
frontal, will result in gusty southerly winds today and gusty
northerly winds this evening and overnight.  Surface winds could
become sustained between 15-25 during this time, with gusts between
25-35 mph possible.  As a result, I've introduced a "Limited" threat
for strong gradient winds across the entire ArkLaMiss into the HWO
for today into tonight. /19/

Friday through Saturday night...a deepening upper trough will dig
southward through the MS Valley and eventually close off to form
an impressive low over the TN Valley. Resulting cold cyclonic
flow above the ArkLaMiss region will support scattered to numerous
showers Friday as substantial instability develops even with
afternoon surface temperatures only in the mid/upper 50s. Some
thundershowers and perhaps even small hail could develop during
the afternoon given the steep lapse rates and low freezing levels.
In any case, expect much below normal temperatures for this time
of the year with breezy northwesterly surface wind and
clouds/precip making for uncomfortable mid April conditions. As
we go into the weekend, precip chances will end and conditions
will improve significantly with much milder daytime temperatures,
but nights will remain chilly as clearing skies/light wind
combine to bring ideal cooling with lows dropping well into the
40s.

Sunday through next Wednesday night...mid/upper level ridging will
increase over the ArkLaMiss region supporting warmer temperatures
and continued mostly dry weather through early week, but there are
indications that a slow-moving shortwave trough crossing the
Southern Plains may eventually increase rain chances over the
ArkLaMiss by the time we get to Wednesday and Wed night. /EC/

&&

.PRELIMINARY POINT TEMPS/POPS...
Jackson       78  49  59  41 / 100  57  57   8
Meridian      80  50  60  40 / 100  97  53  20
Vicksburg     74  50  62  42 / 100  47  42   4
Hattiesburg   82  51  63  41 / 100  97  36   7
Natchez       77  49  62  42 / 100  47  28   2
Greenville    72  50  59  44 / 100  51  36   4
Greenwood     76  50  57  40 / 100  60  62   9

&&

.JAN WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
MS...Flash Flood Watch until 10 PM CDT this evening for MSZ018-019-
     025>066-072>074.

LA...Flash Flood Watch until 10 PM CDT this evening for LAZ007>009-
     015-016-023>026.

AR...Flash Flood Watch until 10 PM CDT this evening for ARZ074-075.

&&

TW/19/EC
Hazardous weather outlook, Apr 18, 4:19 AM CST, 7 hours 31 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Jackson MS
519 AM CDT Thu Apr 18 2019

ARZ074-075-LAZ007-MSZ018-019-182000-
Ashley-Chicot-Morehouse-Bolivar-Sunflower-
519 AM CDT Thu Apr 18 2019

This hazardous weather outlook is for portions of southeast
Arkansas, northeast Louisiana, and northwest Mississippi.

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

NON-THUNDERSTORM WINDS
THREAT...Limited
TIMING...Today through Tonight

SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS
THREAT...Slight
TIMING...Today

FLOODING
THREAT...Elevated
TIMING...Today

Today through tonight, weak trees and limbs may break and fall
due to sustained winds up to 25 mph and wind gusts around 35 mph
being possible. High profile vehicles could also be affected.

(https://www.weather.gov/images/jan/graphicast/3.png)

Today, severe thunderstorms and tornadoes are possible. Some
thunderstorms could produce damaging winds of 60 to 70 mph, and
quarter size hail.

(https://www.weather.gov/images/jan/graphicast/1.png)

Today, heavy rainfall and areas of flash flooding are likely,
with some road closures possible due to flooding.  Two to four
inches of rain, with locally higher amounts over a short period
of time is expected. River flooding is also possible.

(https://www.weather.gov/images/jan/graphicast/2.png)

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday...

The probability for widespread hazardous weather is low.

.SPOTTER CALL TO ACTION STATEMENT...
The activation of storm spotters, HAM radio operators, and
emergency management personnel in support of severe weather
operations may be needed for portions of the region today
through tonight.

LAZ008-009-015-016-023>026-MSZ025-034-035-040>042-047-053-059>061-
182000-
West Carroll-East Carroll-Richland-Madison LA-Franklin LA-
Catahoula-Tensas-Concordia-Leflore-Washington-Humphreys-Issaquena-
Sharkey-Yazoo-Warren-Claiborne-Jefferson-Adams-Franklin MS-
519 AM CDT Thu Apr 18 2019

This hazardous weather outlook is for portions of northeast
Louisiana, central Mississippi, north central Mississippi,
northwest Mississippi, southwest Mississippi, and west central
Mississippi.

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

NON-THUNDERSTORM WINDS
THREAT...Limited
TIMING...Today through Tonight

SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS
THREAT...Enhanced
TIMING...Today

FLOODING
THREAT...Elevated
TIMING...Today

Today an tonight, weak trees and limbs may break and fall due to
sustained winds up to 25 mph and wind gusts around 35 mph being
possible. High profile vehicles could also be affected.

(https://www.weather.gov/images/jan/graphicast/3.png)

Today, severe thunderstorms and tornadoes are likely, and a
strong tornado cannot be ruled out. Damaging wind gusts of 70 to
80 mph, and quarter size hail are likely as well.

(https://www.weather.gov/images/jan/graphicast/1.png)

Today, heavy rainfall and areas of flash flooding are likely,
with some road closures possible due to flooding.  Two to four
inches of rain, with locally higher amounts over a short period
of time is expected. River flooding is also possible.

(https://www.weather.gov/images/jan/graphicast/2.png)

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday...

The probability for widespread hazardous weather is low.

.SPOTTER CALL TO ACTION STATEMENT...
The activation of storm spotters, HAM radio operators, and
emergency management personnel in support of severe weather
operations may be needed for portions of the region today
through tonight.

MSZ026>030-032-033-036>038-043-044-048>050-054-055-062>064-182000-
Grenada-Carroll-Montgomery-Webster-Clay-Choctaw-Oktibbeha-Holmes-
Attala-Winston-Madison MS-Leake-Hinds-Rankin-Scott-Copiah-Simpson-
Lincoln-Lawrence-Jefferson Davis-
519 AM CDT Thu Apr 18 2019

This hazardous weather outlook is for portions of central
Mississippi, east central Mississippi, north central Mississippi,
northeast Mississippi, and south central Mississippi.

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

NON-THUNDERSTORM WINDS
THREAT...Limited
TIMING...Today through Tonight

SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS
THREAT...Enhanced
TIMING...Today

FLOODING
THREAT...Elevated
TIMING...Today

Today through tonight, weak trees and limbs may break and fall
due to sustained winds up to 25 mph and wind gusts around 35 mph
being possible. High profile vehicles could also be affected.

(https://www.weather.gov/images/jan/graphicast/3.png)

Today, severe thunderstorms and tornadoes are likely, and a
strong tornado cannot be ruled out. Damaging wind gusts of 70 to
80 mph, and quarter size hail are likely as well.

(https://www.weather.gov/images/jan/graphicast/1.png)

Today, heavy rainfall and areas of flash flooding are likely,
with some road closures possible due to flooding. Two to four
inches of rain, with locally higher amounts over a short period of
time is expected. River flooding is also possible.

(https://www.weather.gov/images/jan/graphicast/2.png)

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday...

The probability for widespread hazardous weather is low.

.SPOTTER CALL TO ACTION STATEMENT...
The activation of storm spotters, HAM radio operators, and
emergency management personnel in support of severe weather
operations may be needed for portions of the region today
through tonight.

MSZ031-039-045-046-051-052-056>058-065-066-072>074-182000-
Lowndes-Noxubee-Neshoba-Kemper-Newton-Lauderdale-Smith-Jasper-
Clarke-Covington-Jones-Marion-Lamar-Forrest-
519 AM CDT Thu Apr 18 2019

This hazardous weather outlook is for portions of central
Mississippi, east central Mississippi, northeast Mississippi,
south central Mississippi, and southeast Mississippi.

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

SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS
THREAT...Enhanced
TIMING...Today

FLOODING
THREAT...Elevated
TIMING...Today through Tonight

NON-THUNDERSTORM WINDS
THREAT...Limited
TIMING...Today through Tonight

Today into early this evening, severe thunderstorms and tornadoes
are likely, and a strong tornado cannot be ruled out. Damaging
wind gusts of 70 to 80 mph, and quarter size hail are likely as
well.

(https://www.weather.gov/images/jan/graphicast/1.png)

Today into tonight, heavy rainfall and areas of flash flooding
are likely, with some road closures possible due to flooding. Two
to four inches of rain, with locally higher amounts over a short
period of time is expected. River flooding is also possible.

(https://www.weather.gov/images/jan/graphicast/2.png)

Today through tonight, weak trees and limbs may break and fall
due to sustained winds up to 25 mph and wind gusts around 35 mph
being possible. High profile vehicles could also be affected.

(https://www.weather.gov/images/jan/graphicast/3.png)

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday...

The probability for widespread hazardous weather is low.

.SPOTTER CALL TO ACTION STATEMENT...
The activation of storm spotters, HAM radio operators, and
emergency management personnel in support of severe weather
operations may be needed for portions of the region today
through tonight.

19

&&

...HAZARD LEGEND...

*SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS*
High...Significant severe thunderstorms and tornadoes are
 likely with strong or violent tornadoes possible.
Moderate...Significant severe thunderstorms and tornadoes are
 likely with strong tornadoes possible.
Enhanced...Severe thunderstorms are likely and tornadoes are
 possible.
Slight...Severe thunderstorms and tornadoes are possible.
Marginal...Isolated severe thunderstorms are possible.

*FLOODING*
Extreme...Widespread and significant flooding is likely.
Significant...Widespread flash flooding is likely
 and significant flooding is possible.
Elevated...Areas of flash flooding likely.
Limited...Localized flash flooding is possible.

*NON-THUNDERSTORM WINDS*
Significant...Scattered downed trees and power lines are likely
 due to sustained winds over 35 mph and potential wind gusts
 greater than 50 mph.
Elevated...A few downed trees and power lines are possible due
 to sustained winds ranging from 25 to 35 mph and potential for
 wind gusts over 40 mph. Travel will also be difficult for those
 in high profile vehicles.
Limited...Weak trees and limbs may break and fall due to
 sustained winds up to 25 mph and wind gusts around 35 mph.
 High profile vehicles could also be affected.

...USEFUL WEATHER WEB PAGES (URLS)...

NWS JAN Home page...
   https://www.weather.gov/jan
Stay Aware, Stay Safe NWS JAN Briefing Page...
   https://www.weather.gov/jan/safe
Latest Weather Briefing...
   https://www.weather.gov/jan/weather_briefing

Find NWS JAN on Facebook...
   https://www.facebook.com/NWSJacksonMS
Follow NWS JAN on Twitter...
   @NWSJacksonMS
Follow NWS JAN on Youtube...
   https://www.youtube.com/user/NWSJacksonMiss

...ADDITIONAL URLS FOR SEVERE WEATHER ISSUES...

Storm Prediction Center (SPC)...
   https://www.spc.noaa.gov/
Meso Analysis...
   https://www.spc.noaa.gov/exper/mesoanalysis/
Day 1 through 3 Outlooks...
   https://www.spc.noaa.gov/products/outlook/
Storm Reports...
   https://www.spc.noaa.gov/climo/online/
...ADDITIONAL URLS FOR FLOODING ISSUES...

Current Watches and Warnings...
   https://www.weather.gov/jan/safe_HeavyRain

Observed Precipitation Images...
   https://www.weather.gov/jan/precipmaps

River Forecast Center...
   https://www.weather.gov/lmrfc/
Significant River Flood Outlook...
   https://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/nationalfloodoutlook/index.html
Day 1 through 3 Excessive Rainfall...
   https://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/qpf/excess_rain.shtml
Excessive Rainfall Discussion...
   https://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/discussions/qpferd.html
Day 1 through 7 QPF...
   https://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/qpf/qpf2.shtml
QPF Discussion...
   https://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/discussions/qpfpfd.html

In the hours before

Special weather statement, Apr 18, 7:22 AM CST, 4 hours 28 minutes before
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Jackson MS
822 AM CDT THU APR 18 2019

LAZ008-009-015-016-181345-
Richland LA-Madison LA-East Carroll LA-West Carroll LA-
822 AM CDT THU APR 18 2019

...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM WILL AFFECT SOUTHWESTERN EAST CARROLL...
NORTHWESTERN MADISON...RICHLAND AND SOUTHERN WEST CARROLL PARISHES
UNTIL 845 AM CDT...

At 822 AM CDT, Meteorologists were tracking strong thunderstorms
along a line extending from 6 miles northwest of Warden to near Alto.
Movement was northeast at 55 mph.

Winds in excess of 40 mph will be possible with these storms.

Locations impacted include...
Lake Providence, Rayville, Mangham, Start, Transylvania, Delhi,
Warden, Monticello, Darnell, Holly Ridge, Archibald, Alto, Epps and
Pioneer.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

High winds can bring down trees and large limbs resulting in serious
injury or property damage. Exercise extreme caution when outdoors
during such strong winds...and be especially aware of older trees.

&&

LAT...LON 3250 9189 3252 9186 3252 9184 3254 9184
      3257 9180 3256 9174 3261 9172 3262 9166
      3269 9162 3290 9115 3258 9119 3243 9149
      3239 9167 3237 9170 3234 9170 3233 9176
      3230 9176 3233 9201
TIME...MOT...LOC 1322Z 230DEG 50KT 3261 9158 3242 9190

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81 thunderstorm wind, 56 tornado, 16 flash flood. Local standard time, as filed.

Thunderstorm Wind, Adams

When
April 18, 11:50 AM CST to 11:58 AM CST
Where
Adams County, 3 mi SSE of Natchez to 0.59 mi W of (Hez)hardy Fld Natch
Measured
51 kt (59 mph) measured gust
Property damage
$25,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
31.530, -91.380

A swath of damaging winds occurred with a line of severe thunderstorms to move through Adams County. Power lines were blown down at North Commerce Street and Mansfield Road around Natchez. Multiple trees were blown down on Morgantown Road and Redd Loop. Trees were also blown down on Steam Plant Road, Foster Mound Road, Airport Road and Broadmoor subdivision. A 59 mph wind gust was measured at the Natchez airport.

Thunderstorm Wind, Franklin

When
April 18, 12:10 PM CST
Where
Franklin County, 5.32 mi WSW of Hamburg
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
NWS Employee
Coordinates
31.547, -91.151

Trees were blown down along Highway 84 along the Adams/Franklin county line.

Tornado, Jefferson

When
April 18, 12:13 PM CST to 12:24 PM CST
Where
Jefferson County, 1.9 mi SW of Brasfield to 5.29 mi ENE of Lorman
Rating
EF1
Path length
8.32 mi
Path width
1,100 yd
Continued into
Claiborne, Ms (JAN)
Property damage
$15,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
31.809, -91.100

This tornado occurred within a broader corridor of very strong winds. It began along the Natchez Trace near the intersection of Julius Gibbs Road and Rodney Road and continued northeastward, downing countless trees along its path. It continued across McDonald Road, passing near Lorman and near the US 61 and MS Highway 552 interchange, paralleling US 61 for a short distance. In this area, multiple homes sustained minor roof damage. The tornado weakened as it moved east of US 61, crossing Patton Road, then lifting near the Jefferson and Claiborne county line near Woodvine Road. This tornado continued into Claiborne County. Maximum estimated winds 110 MPH. Total path length 8.61 miles.

Thunderstorm Wind, Jefferson

When
April 18, 12:18 PM CST
Where
Jefferson County, 2.83 mi SSE of Harriston
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$2,000
Reported by
Broadcast Media
Coordinates
31.680, -91.020

Tree limbs were blown down on a road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Claiborne

When
April 18, 12:18 PM CST
Where
Claiborne County, 1.81 mi SE of Westside
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$15,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
31.880, -91.130

Multiple trees were blown down across the area and along Highway 552.

Thunderstorm Wind, Jefferson

When
April 18, 12:19 PM CST
Where
Jefferson County, 1.45 mi NE of Brasfield
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Broadcast Media
Coordinates
31.847, -91.065

A tree was blown down along BoBo Road off of Highway 552.

Tornado, Claiborne

When
April 18, 12:24 PM CST to 12:25 PM CST
Where
Claiborne County, 2.22 mi ESE of Russum to 2.14 mi W of Tillman
Rating
EF1
Path length
0.12 mi
Path width
475 yd
Property damage
$1,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
31.852, -90.968

This tornado occurred within a broader corridor of very strong winds. It began along the Natchez Trace near the intersection of Julius Gibbs Road and Rodney Road and continued northeastward, downing countless trees along its path. It continued across McDonald Road, passing near Lorman and near the US 61 and MS Highway 552 interchange, paralleling US 61 for a short distance. In this area, multiple homes sustained minor roof damage. The tornado weakened as it moved east of US 61, crossing Patton Road, then lifting near the Jefferson and Claiborne county line near Woodvine Road. Maximum estimated winds 94 MPH. Total path length 8.61 miles.

Thunderstorm Wind, Claiborne

When
April 18, 12:28 PM CST to 12:31 PM CST
Where
Claiborne County, 1.36 mi ESE of Port Gibson
Measured
55 kt (63 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$15,000
Reported by
Trained Spotter
Coordinates
31.960, -90.980

Multiple trees were blown down in the area, including on Church Street and on Bridewell Lane in Port Gibson.

Thunderstorm Wind, Claiborne

When
April 18, 12:30 PM CST
Where
Claiborne County, 1.89 mi ENE of Pattison
Measured
53 kt (61 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$15,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
31.890, -90.890

Multiple trees were blown down.

Thunderstorm Wind, Claiborne

When
April 18, 12:39 PM CST
Where
Claiborne County, 0.91 mi NE of Hermanville
Measured
53 kt (61 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$15,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
31.960, -90.840

Several trees were uprooted in Hermanville.

Thunderstorm Wind, Warren

When
April 18, 12:49 PM CST
Where
Warren County, Simrall
Measured
55 kt (63 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$20,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.200, -90.950

Multiple trees were blown down across the southern end of Warren County.

Thunderstorm Wind, Copiah

When
April 18, 12:50 PM CST to 12:56 PM CST
Where
Copiah County, 1.5 mi NNW of Willing to 2.39 mi ESE of Jack
Measured
54 kt (62 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$20,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
31.970, -90.630

Several trees were blown down across northwest Copiah County, with trees across the road along Dentville Road, Hoodtown Road, Holly Grove Lane and Shelby Road.

Tornado, Copiah

When
April 18, 12:58 PM CST to 1:09 PM CST
Where
Copiah County, 2.56 mi N of Willing to 3.89 mi ENE of Jack
Rating
EF1
Path length
6.57 mi
Path width
500 yd
Property damage
$50,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
31.986, -90.612

This tornado began to the west of Hoodtown Road and tracked northeast to New Zion and Bear Creek Road intersection. Numerous trees were snapped and uprooted on both sides of Hoodtown Road. As the tornado crossed Jack Road, several more trees were downed. From this point, the tornado weakened and dissipated by the intersection of New Zion and Bear Creek Roads. Additionally, there was quite a bit of straight line wind damage to trees south of the tornado track, especially along Jack Road and then again along a swath of Dentville Road. Much of the tree damage along Dentville Road was at an area that was exposed to the south be a large field which helped limit friction and enhance the damage to trees. Maximum estimated winds 95 MPH.

Tornado, Hinds

When
April 18, 12:59 PM CST to 1:13 PM CST
Where
Hinds County, 1.81 mi W of Utica to 1.98 mi NW of Fairchilds Xrds
Rating
EF2
Path length
11.03 mi
Path width
1,320 yd
Property damage
$400,000
Crop damage
$100,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.124, -90.651

This tornado began northwest of Utica along Thornton Road, where it produced minor tree damage. It moved northeast, strengthening after crossing MS 27 and Tom Collins Road. As it moved across Hickstown Road, Old Adams Station Road, and Adams Station Road, hundreds of trees were downed with several utility lines impacted as well. The tornado reached its peak intensity as it moved through the Learned area, where a significant percentage of trees were uprooted or snapped. Some homes experienced minor roof damage and multiple structures were impacted by fallen trees. The tornado weakened then lifted as it continued northeastward into the Oakley area. Maximum estimated winds 115 MPH.

Tornado, Hinds

When
April 18, 1:06 PM CST to 1:27 PM CST
Where
Hinds County, 2.02 mi WNW of Adams to 2.02 mi SE of Raymond
Rating
EF2
Path length
12.77 mi
Path width
1,320 yd
Property damage
$30,000
Crop damage
$50,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.177, -90.604

This tornado began west of Learned near Old Adams Station Road, moving east northeastward across Adams Station Road and near the downtown area of Learned, snapping and uprooting countless trees along its path. It then reached MS Highway 18 near the intersection with Oakley Road. Several utility poles were snapped along Highway 18. The tornado continued northeastward toward the Raymond area producing damage along Lewis Road, Cidero Road, Dry Grove Road, Palestine Drive, and Seven Springs Road before lifting near the Eagle Ridge Golf Course south of Raymond. Maximum estimated winds 115 MPH.

Thunderstorm Wind, Franklin

When
April 18, 1:10 PM CST
Where
Franklin County, 5.47 mi ESE of Little Spgs
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$8,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
31.360, -90.650

A few trees were blown down and many large limbs were broken off.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lincoln

When
April 18, 1:10 PM CST to 1:32 PM CST
Where
Lincoln County, 4.01 mi ESE of Caseyville to 2.24 mi SW of Woolworth
Measured
53 kt (61 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$15,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
31.652, -90.605

Trees were blown down sporadically across the county.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lincoln

When
April 18, 1:10 PM CST to 1:32 PM CST
Where
Lincoln County, 4.01 mi ESE of Caseyville to 2.24 mi SW of Woolworth
Measured
53 kt (61 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$15,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
31.652, -90.605

Trees were blown down sporadically across the county.

Thunderstorm Wind, Copiah

When
April 18, 1:15 PM CST
Where
Copiah County, Wesson
Measured
53 kt (61 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$12,000
Reported by
NWS Employee
Coordinates
31.700, -90.400

Trees were blown down in Wesson along Highway 51.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lincoln

When
April 18, 1:16 PM CST
Where
Lincoln County, 0.69 mi N of Auburn
Measured
55 kt (63 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$20,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
31.360, -90.620

Several trees were uprooted or large portions were broken off along Highway 569, 98 and the north end of Greensburg Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Copiah

When
April 18, 1:17 PM CST
Where
Copiah County, 0.91 mi SE of Hazlehurst
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$9,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
31.860, -90.390

Several trees were blown down in Hazlehurst.

Thunderstorm Wind, Hinds

When
April 18, 1:25 PM CST
Where
Hinds County, 0.52 mi E of Midway
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$15,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.171, -90.371

Trees and power lines were blown down near the intersection of Kimbell Road and McWilliams Drive.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lincoln

When
April 18, 1:25 PM CST
Where
Lincoln County, 1.68 mi NNW of Thayer
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$4,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
31.503, -90.460

A tree was blown down near the intersection of Highway 51 and Argyle Trail.

Flash Flood, Warren

When
April 18, 1:27 PM CST to 4:00 PM CST
Where
Warren County, 1.38 mi S of Waltersville to 1.32 mi SSW of Waltersville
Cause
Heavy Rain
Property damage
$3,000
Reported by
Social Media
Coordinates
32.350, -90.830

Street flooding occurred on Highway 61 in Vicksburg.

Tornado, Lincoln

When
April 18, 1:35 PM CST to 1:36 PM CST
Where
Lincoln County, 2.73 mi ENE of Wilkinson to 2.24 mi WNW of Ruth
Rating
EF0
Path length
0.64 mi
Path width
200 yd
Property damage
$10,000
Crop damage
$20,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
31.391, -90.376

This brief tornado began just to the south of Fox Road and west of Elm Lane. A few trees were damaged off on the edge of a field with more tree damage noted at the intersection of Fox and Elm. This was a mix of tops broken out and snapped or uprooted trees. A handful more trees were down along Shady Grove Road and in the field to the west. One large tree was on a barn here as well. Maximum estimated winds 85 mph.

Flash Flood, Hinds

When
April 18, 1:35 PM CST to 4:00 PM CST
Where
Hinds County, 1.79 mi E of Clinton to 1.85 mi E of Clinton
Cause
Heavy Rain
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Amateur Radio
Coordinates
32.329, -90.299

The south end of Patio Place was flooded.

Tornado, Copiah

When
April 18, 1:36 PM CST to 1:37 PM CST
Where
Copiah County, 1.83 mi N of Georgetown to 2.77 mi NNE of Georgetown
Rating
EF0
Path length
1 mi
Path width
50 yd
Continued into
Simpson, Ms (JAN)
Property damage
$1,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
31.896, -90.178

A long track high end EF-1 tornado developed near Georgetown and tracked northeast across Simpson and Rankin counties for nearly 29 miles. The storm intensified several times along the path. Near Harrisville one mobile home was destroyed with a partial interior wall and the floor left. The rear exterior wall was ripped off a second mobile home. Near New Zion Church numerous snapped and uprooted hardwood trees fell on a nearby home, crushing a suv. In Braxton along Neely Road numerous hardwood trees fell, one falling on a house. In the Cato community, numerous trees were snapped and uprooted. A large metal building was completely destroyed. A couple barns/sheds loss portions of the roof. The tornado moved through the Johns community knocking down trees. A couple power poles were uprooted and power lines were downed also. The tornado dissipated just west of Highway 43 near Indian Mound Trail. This tornado continued into Simpson County. Maximum estimated winds 80 MPH. Total path length 28.86 miles.

Tornado, Simpson

When
April 18, 1:37 PM CST to 1:55 PM CST
Where
Simpson County, 5.67 mi WNW of Union to 1.75 mi E of Braxton
Rating
EF1
Path length
16.1 mi
Path width
600 yd
Continued into
Rankin, Ms (JAN)
Property damage
$70,000
Crop damage
$300,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
31.909, -90.170

A long track high end EF-1 tornado developed near Georgetown and tracked northeast across Simpson and Rankin counties for nearly 29 miles. The storm intensified several times along the path. Near Harrisville one mobile home was destroyed with a partial interior wall and the floor left. The rear exterior wall was ripped off a second mobile home. Near New Zion Church numerous snapped and uprooted hardwood trees fell on a nearby home, crushing a suv. In Braxton along Neely Road numerous hardwood trees fell, one falling on a house. In the Cato community, numerous trees were snapped and uprooted. A large metal building was completely destroyed. A couple barns/sheds loss portions of the roof. The tornado moved through the Johns community knocking down trees. A couple power poles were uprooted and power lines were downed also. The tornado dissipated just west of Highway 43 near Indian Mound Trail. This tornado continued into Rankin County. Maximum estimated winds 107 MPH. Total path length 28.86 miles.

Thunderstorm Wind, Hinds

When
April 18, 1:38 PM CST
Where
Hinds County, 1.67 mi N of Taylorsville
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$7,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.254, -90.253

A tree was uprooted along Oakview Drive near Cooper Road.

Tornado, Hinds

When
April 18, 1:41 PM CST to 1:45 PM CST
Where
Hinds County, 1.38 mi E of Clinton to 1.01 mi WSW of Dixon
Rating
EF1
Path length
2.32 mi
Path width
150 yd
Property damage
$50,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.327, -90.307

A tornado began near the Walmart in Clinton, where it blew over two vehicles, damaged a fence, and caused damage in the garden center. The tornado continued eastward, causing mainly minor tree damage at apartment complexes along Highway 80. It continued eastward to Westhaven boulevard, lifting as it reached the Westchester Hills neighborhood. Maximum estimated winds 105 MPH.

Thunderstorm Wind, Hinds

When
April 18, 1:43 PM CST
Where
Hinds County, 1.72 mi E of Clinton
Measured
54 kt (62 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$25,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.330, -90.301

The roof of a garage collapsed on Church Street.

Thunderstorm Wind, Hinds

When
April 18, 1:46 PM CST
Where
Hinds County, 0.69 mi S of Jackson
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$8,000
Reported by
Broadcast Media
Coordinates
32.320, -90.170

Trees blocked roads near the Belhaven campus.

Thunderstorm Wind, Hinds

When
April 18, 1:46 PM CST
Where
Hinds County, 0.69 mi S of Jackson Hawkins Fld
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.320, -90.220

Trees and power lines were blown down across the Jackson Zoo.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lawrence

When
April 18, 1:46 PM CST
Where
Lawrence County, 3.26 mi WNW of Topeka
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
Law Enforcement
Coordinates
31.440, -90.230

Several trees were blown down on China Grove Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Rankin

When
April 18, 1:46 PM CST
Where
Rankin County, 0.85 mi SE of Flowood
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Social Media
Coordinates
32.272, -90.109

Trees were blown down on East Lisa Drive.

Thunderstorm Wind, Hinds

When
April 18, 1:48 PM CST
Where
Hinds County, 1.47 mi SSE of Longaloo
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$8,000
Reported by
Trained Spotter
Coordinates
32.379, -90.144

Large hardwood trees were snapped about halfway along Hartsdale Drive near Briarwood Drive.

Tornado, Rankin

When
April 18, 1:51 PM CST to 1:56 PM CST
Where
Rankin County, 1.32 mi NNW of Flowood to 2.18 mi WSW of Luckney
Rating
EF1
Path length
3.13 mi
Path width
50 yd
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.297, -90.129

This tornado began of off North Bierdeman road, then tracked northeast across Flowood drive where it uprooted and snapped a few more trees near Merit Health River Oaks. The tornado then crossed Lakeland Drive and snapped a few more trees near Jackson Preparatory School. The tornado ended near Pin Oak Drive where it snapped some large limbs. Maximum estimated winds 100 MPH.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lawrence

When
April 18, 1:51 PM CST
Where
Lawrence County, 0.91 mi SW of Jayess
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$13,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
31.360, -90.210

Several trees were blown down in Jayess, including one on a car.

Tornado, Simpson

When
April 18, 1:54 PM CST to 1:58 PM CST
Where
Simpson County, 3.04 mi WNW of D Lo to 3.57 mi E of Braxton
Rating
EF1
Path length
7.53 mi
Path width
400 yd
Continued into
Rankin, Ms (JAN)
Property damage
$3,000
Crop damage
$20,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
31.999, -89.947

An EF-1 tornado formed near Gum Springs road and Old Pinola-Braxton road just northwest of D'Lo. The tornado moved northeast across Highway 49 north of D'Lo, St Johns Road and Charlie Dixon road uprooting and snapping numerous trees along the path. The tornado continued northeast crossing Conerly Road before uprooting a few trees and dissipating just east in a wood area just east of Wade Patrick Road. This tornado continued into Rankin County. Maximum estimated winds 104 MPH. Total path length 7.54 miles.

Tornado, Rankin

When
April 18, 1:55 PM CST to 2:10 PM CST
Where
Rankin County, 2.29 mi SE of Piney Woods to 2.23 mi SW of Rufus
Rating
EF1
Path length
11.26 mi
Path width
600 yd
Property damage
$150,000
Crop damage
$300,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.049, -89.950

A long track high end EF-1 tornado developed near Georgetown and tracked northeast across Simpson and Rankin counties for nearly 29 miles. The storm intensified several times along the path. Near Harrisville one mobile home was destroyed with a partial interior wall and the floor left. The rear exterior wall was ripped off a second mobile home. Near New Zion Church numerous snapped and uprooted hardwood trees fell on a nearby home, crushing a suv. In Braxton along Neely Road numerous hardwood trees fell, one falling on a house. In the Cato community, numerous trees were snapped and uprooted. A large metal building was completely destroyed. A couple barns/sheds loss portions of the roof. The tornado moved through the Johns community knocking down trees. A couple power poles were uprooted and power lines were downed also. The tornado dissipated just west of Highway 43 near Indian Mound Trail. Maximum estimated winds 107 MPH. Total path length 28.86 miles.

Flash Flood, Warren

When
April 18, 1:57 PM CST to 4:00 PM CST
Where
Warren County, Simrall to 1.53 mi ENE of Grange Hall
Cause
Heavy Rain
Property damage
$3,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.200, -90.950

Flooding occurred across the southern end of Warren County.

Tornado, Rankin

When
April 18, 1:58 PM CST to 2:03 PM CST
Where
Rankin County, 3.88 mi ESE of Piney Woods to 4.26 mi WSW of Johns
Rating
EF1
Path length
3.78 mi
Path width
400 yd
Property damage
$3,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.048, -89.919

An EF-1 tornado formed near Gum Springs road and Old Pinola-Braxton road just northwest of D'Lo. The tornado moved northeast across Highway 49 north of D'Lo, St Johns Road and Charlie Dixon road uprooting and snapping numerous trees along the path. The tornado continued northeast crossing Conerly Road before uprooting a few trees and dissipating just east in a wood area just east of Wade Patrick Road. Maximum estimated winds 104 MPH. Total path length 7.54 miles.

Thunderstorm Wind, Madison

When
April 18, 1:59 PM CST
Where
Madison County, 1.16 mi NNW of Cedar Hill
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.495, -90.189

Trees were blown down at Whisper Lake Country Club in Annandale.

Thunderstorm Wind, Rankin

When
April 18, 1:59 PM CST
Where
Rankin County, 0.9 mi NE of Brandon
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Law Enforcement
Coordinates
32.280, -89.970

Power lines were blown down in the city of Brandon.

Thunderstorm Wind, Madison

When
April 18, 2:00 PM CST
Where
Madison County, 1.89 mi SSE of Madison Campbell Arp
Measured
55 kt (63 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$15,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.404, -90.091

Trees were blown down throughout the Reservoir area near Ridgeland.

Tornado, Simpson

When
April 18, 2:01 PM CST to 2:02 PM CST
Where
Simpson County, 0.44 mi NNW of Everett to 1.21 mi N of Everett
Rating
EF0
Path length
0.86 mi
Path width
600 yd
Continued into
Rankin, Ms (JAN)
Property damage
$5,000
Crop damage
$20,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.036, -89.833

This tornado developed along Brandon Williamsburg Road near the Simpson-Rankin line and moved mostly northward to just north of Puckett and up Highway 43. At the early stages, this tornado was fairly wide but was only breaking large limbs and downing some trees. Some EF1 tree damage was noted along County Line Road, then weakening occurred again as it moved North-Northeast and approached Highway 18. Intensity picked up again along Highway 18 as a few corridors of trees were downed and some power lines and poles. Here seems to be the beginning of multiple vortices. As the tornado moved past Highway 18, most of the path was west of Highway 43. Rapid intensification occurred as it neared John Mayton Road. Here, it grew quite wide with two primary intense corridors for a period as it peaked in intensity, EF2. The evidence was extensive tree damage with massive swaths of trees snapped and uprooted. A couple homes were in the vicinity of these and suffered some damage, mostly from trees. The tornado began to turn more North and North-northwest from here as its movement was being influenced by an approaching larger meso-vortex. Just north of John Mayton Road, more evidence of multiple vortices was noted with a zone of higher damage on the east side of the highway and another 500 yds west. Another extensive tree damage corridor occurred near this area with EF2 type tree snapping. From this point, the tornado began to weaken some as its circulation was becoming more affected by the approaching meso-vortex and incipient tornado. In the vicinity of Thornton Road, this tornado became absorbed into the meso-vortex within the eastward advancing line and the tornado dissipated while the other tornado maintained, then headed eastward. This tornado continued into Rankin County. Maximum estimated winds 84 MPH. Total path length 9.86 miles.

Tornado, Rankin

When
April 18, 2:02 PM CST to 2:11 PM CST
Where
Rankin County, 1.21 mi N of Everett to 9.73 mi N of Everett
Rating
EF2
Path length
8.52 mi
Path width
600 yd
Property damage
$100,000
Crop damage
$700,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.047, -89.829

This tornado developed along Brandon Williamsburg Road near the Simpson-Rankin line and moved mostly northward to just north of Puckett and up Highway 43. At the early stages, this tornado was fairly wide but was only breaking large limbs and downing some trees. Some EF1 tree damage was noted along County Line Road, then weakening occurred again as it moved North-Northeast and approached Highway 18. Intensity picked up again along Highway 18 as a few corridors of trees were downed and some power lines and poles. Here seems to be the beginning of multiple vortices. As the tornado moved past Highway 18, most of the path was west of Highway 43. Rapid intensification occurred as it neared John Mayton Road. Here, it grew quite wide with two primary intense corridors for a period as it peaked in intensity, EF2. The evidence was extensive tree damage with massive swaths of trees snapped and uprooted. A couple homes were in the vicinity of these and suffered some damage, mostly from trees. The tornado began to turn more North and North-northwest from here as its movement was being influenced by an approaching larger meso-vortex. Just north of John Mayton Road, more evidence of multiple vortices was noted with a zone of higher damage on the east side of the highway and another 500 yds west. Another extensive tree damage corridor occurred near this area with EF2 type tree snapping. From this point, the tornado began to weaken some as its circulation was becoming more affected by the approaching meso-vortex and incipient tornado. In the vicinity of Thornton Road, this tornado became absorbed into the meso-vortex within the eastward advancing line and the tornado dissipated while the other tornado maintained, then headed eastward. Maximum estimated winds 113 MPH. Total path length 9.86 miles.

Thunderstorm Wind, Hinds

When
April 18, 2:02 PM CST
Where
Hinds County, 2.09 mi SSW of Tougaloo
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.371, -90.139

A large tree was snapped and another was uprooted and fell across a chain link fence. A large limb also fell onto the roof of a house near the intersection of Reddoch Drive and Suffolk Drive.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lawrence

When
April 18, 2:03 PM CST
Where
Lawrence County, 3.44 mi E of Monticello
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Law Enforcement
Coordinates
31.552, -90.062

A tree was blown down near the intersection of St. Stephens Road and Highway 43.

Thunderstorm Wind, Rankin

When
April 18, 2:05 PM CST
Where
Rankin County, 2.21 mi SSW of Langford
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.320, -89.984

A tree was blown down along Highway 471.

Tornado, Rankin

When
April 18, 2:07 PM CST to 2:10 PM CST
Where
Rankin County, 0.92 mi NNE of Luckney to 1.69 mi ENE of Luckney
Rating
EF1
Path length
1.12 mi
Path width
50 yd
Property damage
$30,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.362, -90.064

This tornado started along McLaurin Drive and crossed Oriole Way and Swan Drive where several large tree branches were snapped. The tornado then moved into Alpine Park where it strengthened to an EF-1 snapping several soft and hardwood trees. Power lines were downed as the tornado crossed Old Fannin Road and entered the Bridlewood subdivision. Here, several trees were snapped or uprooted with numerous large branches snapped. One tree fell on a house and caused roof damage. The tornado dissipated after crossing Poplar Ridge Road. Maximum estimated winds 95 MPH.

Thunderstorm Wind, Madison

When
April 18, 2:08 PM CST
Where
Madison County, 0.9 mi SW of Madison
Measured
52 kt (60 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$20,000
Reported by
Law Enforcement
Coordinates
32.460, -90.110

Multiple trees were blown down in city of Madison. Trees were blown down on North Castle Drive, Castle Circle, and Old Canton Road. A tree was blown down on a house on Napa Valley Circle.

Thunderstorm Wind, Rankin

When
April 18, 2:11 PM CST
Where
Rankin County, 2.9 mi S of Barnett Res West
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.379, -90.020

A big tree was blown down in the Reservoir East subdivision.

Tornado, Rankin

When
April 18, 2:13 PM CST to 2:18 PM CST
Where
Rankin County, 2 mi WSW of Rufus to 2.76 mi E of Rufus
Rating
EF1
Path length
4.49 mi
Path width
1,100 yd
Property damage
$100,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.164, -89.809

This tornado was a part of a meso-vortex which ultimately absorbed the Highway 43 tornado in the vicinity of Thornton Road. From that point, the tornado grew and began to accelerate eastward. Numerous trees and power lines were down in this area along with several chicken houses heavily damaged. The tornado move just south of Diamond D Lake Road where a barn and some chicken houses were damaged along Clubhouse Road. Additional solid tree damage was noted here as well. The tornado then crossed Diamond D Lake Road by the creek and moved east across Woodrow Martin Road. It then dissipated near the county line along Quail HI Road. Maximum estimated winds 105 MPH.

Thunderstorm Wind, Smith

When
April 18, 2:13 PM CST
Where
Smith County, 2.72 mi ENE of Gunn
Measured
53 kt (61 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$12,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.090, -89.640

Trees were blown down along County Roads 133, 503, 514 and 541.

Thunderstorm Wind, Rankin

When
April 18, 2:14 PM CST
Where
Rankin County, 0.58 mi E of Barnett Res West
Measured
53 kt (61 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.420, -90.020

A tree was uprooted in the Marble Head subdivision.

Tornado, Rankin

When
April 18, 2:15 PM CST to 2:18 PM CST
Where
Rankin County, 1.98 mi ENE of Barnett Res West to 1.61 mi WNW of Fannin
Rating
EF0
Path length
1.6 mi
Path width
450 yd
Property damage
$20,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.434, -90.000

This brief and weak tornado started north of Fannin Landing Circle in a wooded area where it uprooted and snapped a few hardwood trees. It then shifted eastward towards Three Prong Road where it continued to uproot and snap hardwood trees in a wooded area, and caused similar damage at Three Prong Road before it lifted. The maximum estimated winds were 80 mph.

Flash Flood, Hinds

When
April 18, 2:15 PM CST to 4:00 PM CST
Where
Hinds County, 1.77 mi NE of Clinton to 1.84 mi NE of Clinton
Cause
Heavy Rain
Property damage
$3,000
Reported by
Broadcast Media
Coordinates
32.349, -90.309

Flooding occurred at Tanglewood Drive and East Northside Drive.

Tornado, Smith

When
April 18, 2:19 PM CST to 2:24 PM CST
Where
Smith County, 1.31 mi WNW of Polkville to 2.85 mi NE of Polkville
Rating
EF1
Path length
3.47 mi
Path width
950 yd
Property damage
$200,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.187, -89.721

This tornado developed in the creek bottom just south of Lofton Road and tracked northeast through the north side of Polkville and downed hundreds of trees and many power lines. Quickly the tornado became wide and snapped or uprooted many trees. Lofton Road was blocked by trees and as it continued northeast, CR 141 had several trees across it as well. It then crossed Highway 13 before continuing through several of the CR 538 series. In addition to the downed trees, multiple homes had minor roof damage or more substantial damage from trees on them. Maximum estimated winds 105 MPH.

Tornado, Smith

When
April 18, 2:20 PM CST to 2:22 PM CST
Where
Smith County, 1.93 mi NNW of Polkville to 3.03 mi N of Polkville
Rating
EF0
Path length
1.97 mi
Path width
50 yd
Continued into
Scott, Ms (JAN)
Property damage
$1,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.206, -89.712

This tornado started near Scott County Road 141 and tracked northeast. During its path, the tornado snapped small branches and limbs supporting an EF0 rating and ending on the beginning of Larry Easterling Road. The tornado continued into Scott County. Maximum estimated winds 75 MPH. Total path length 2.08 miles.

Thunderstorm Wind, Smith

When
April 18, 2:20 PM CST to 2:22 PM CST
Where
Smith County, 0.89 mi N of Burns to 1.81 mi NW of Lemon
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.143, -89.552

Trees were blown down on County Road 502. A power line also fell onto a trailer on County Road 32A-1.

Flash Flood, Hinds

When
April 18, 2:21 PM CST to 4:15 PM CST
Where
Hinds County, 0.58 mi W of Jackson to 0.6 mi W of Jackson
Cause
Heavy Rain
Property damage
$2,000
Reported by
Broadcast Media
Coordinates
32.330, -90.180

The intersection around State Street and Woodrow Wilson was flooded.

Tornado, Scott

When
April 18, 2:22 PM CST to 2:23 PM CST
Where
Scott County, 4.16 mi SSW of Independence to 3.76 mi SSW of Independence
Rating
EF0
Path length
0.41 mi
Path width
50 yd
Property damage
$1,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.224, -89.695

This tornado started near Scott County Road 141 and tracked northeast. During its path, the tornado snapped small branches and limbs supporting an EF0 rating and ending on the beginning of Larry Easterling Road. Maximum estimated winds 75 MPH. Total path length 2.08 miles.

Tornado, Rankin

When
April 18, 2:22 PM CST to 2:29 PM CST
Where
Rankin County, 1.78 mi SW of Goshen Spgs to 1.41 mi SSE of Pisgah
Rating
EF1
Path length
4.83 mi
Path width
150 yd
Property damage
$15,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.454, -89.944

The tornado developed along John Hill Road where it snapped the trunks of softwood trees. It continued to push eastward to Jess Dean Drive, snapping large softwood tree limbs along the way. The tornado moved across Old Highway 471 and to across a wooded area where it was a bit hard to see any damage give lack of roadways to travel upon. However, damage in the form of snapped hardwood trees and the Goshen Springs exit sign being blown down along Highway 25 suggested the tornado continued its eastward track. It moved across additional wooded areas towards Stump Ridge Road, and along Stump Ridge Road additional snapped and uprooted softwood tree damage occurred before it finally lifted. Maximum estimated winds 90 MPH.

Thunderstorm Wind, Smith

When
April 18, 2:22 PM CST to 2:26 PM CST
Where
Smith County, 0.57 mi SSW of Polkville to 1.53 mi NW of Trenton
Measured
54 kt (62 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$30,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.172, -89.702

A swath of damaging winds occurred just south of Polkville, and the main tornado track. Here, numerous trees and power lines were blown down in Polkville as well as along Highway 13, and County Roads 135 and 563.

Tornado, Scott

When
April 18, 2:24 PM CST to 2:26 PM CST
Where
Scott County, 1.86 mi W of Independence to 1.02 mi NNE of Independence
Rating
EF1
Path length
2.57 mi
Path width
150 yd
Property damage
$15,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.276, -89.701

This tornado began on Cooperville Road just west of Highway 13 South and tracked Northeast to Mahaffey Road. This tornado quickly intensified during its duration to an EF1 and reaching its peak intensity of 91mph snapping and uprooting numerous hardwood trees along with knocking down power lines and poles. The tornado continued to track northeast ending its path on Springfield Road. Maximum estimated winds 91 MPH.

Tornado, Scott

When
April 18, 2:24 PM CST to 2:26 PM CST
Where
Scott County, 1.34 mi NNE of Pulaski to 2.75 mi NNE of Pulaski
Rating
EF1
Path length
1.41 mi
Path width
200 yd
Crop damage
$10,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.287, -89.589

This tornado began along Blossom Hill Road north of the Pulaski Community and moved north-northeast, paralleling the road throughout its duration. Several trees were uprooted and a few were snapped along the path. The tornado ended near the intersection of Blossom Hill Road and Brassell Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Scott

When
April 18, 2:24 PM CST
Where
Scott County, 0.9 mi NW of Independence
Measured
53 kt (61 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$15,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.290, -89.680

Trees were blown down with two to four blocking roadways and some trees fell onto vehicles.

Thunderstorm Wind, Smith

When
April 18, 2:26 PM CST
Where
Smith County, 0.91 mi SE of Raleigh
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$8,000
Reported by
Law Enforcement
Coordinates
32.020, -89.520

Trees were blown down south of Raleigh.

Thunderstorm Wind, Jefferson Davis

When
April 18, 2:29 PM CST
Where
Jefferson Davis County, 2.24 mi SW of Bassfield
Measured
53 kt (61 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
31.480, -89.780

Trees were blown down on Bass Burkett Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Smith

When
April 18, 2:29 PM CST
Where
Smith County, 4.48 mi SW of Mize
Measured
52 kt (60 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
31.830, -89.610

A large tree was blown down onto a driveway.

Flash Flood, Hinds

When
April 18, 2:30 PM CST to 4:15 PM CST
Where
Hinds County, 0.93 mi SSE of Tougaloo to 0.87 mi S of Tougaloo
Cause
Heavy Rain
Property damage
$2,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.387, -90.125

Water covered Kristen Drive and Reddoch Drive in northeast Jackson.

Tornado, Scott

When
April 18, 2:31 PM CST to 2:43 PM CST
Where
Scott County, 1.1 mi ENE of Morton to 1.74 mi NNE of Raworth
Rating
EF2
Path length
6.02 mi
Path width
560 yd
Property damage
$500,000
Crop damage
$100,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.356, -89.652

This tornado developed on the north side of Morton in the vicinity of the elementary school and moved in a more northerly direction. It quickly grew large as it moved into the Farris Circle and Woodview Street area. Numerous trees were snapped and uprooted along with many power lines down. Dozens of homes were damaged by the wind and fallen trees. This strong tornado continued to quickly intensify and its reached peak intensity along Oakdale Avenue and Dummy Line Road. Here, roughly 7 homes had the roof removed and the tree damage was intense and focused. Shortly after passing through Dummy Line Road, the tornado weakened quickly and narrowed while also shifting it heading to East-Northeast. At this time, it also It moved into the Bienville National Forrest crossing Road 508 F where a few dozen trees were snapped and uprooted. It crossed Hillsboro Road and dissipated along Clifton Road where minor tree damage was noted. Maximum estimated winds 132 MPH.

Thunderstorm Wind, Scott

When
April 18, 2:32 PM CST
Where
Scott County, 0.9 mi SE of Forest
Measured
52 kt (60 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$15,000
Reported by
Law Enforcement
Coordinates
32.360, -89.470

Trees were blown down across Forest.

Tornado, Scott

When
April 18, 2:40 PM CST to 2:45 PM CST
Where
Scott County, 3.66 mi WNW of Ludlow to 1.64 mi NNW of Ludlow
Rating
EF1
Path length
2.85 mi
Path width
200 yd
Continued into
Leake, Ms (JAN)
Property damage
$10,000
Crop damage
$100,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.588, -89.779

The tornado began at the Coal Bluff Park where several large softwood tree limbs were snapped and broken and two campers were blown over. It then progressed eastward across a forested area and likely moved across the Scott County Hunting Club, but the survey team could not see the damage due to private closed off roadways. However, uprooted hardwood trees were visible from the end of North Kincaid Road. It continued to track eastward across southwest Leake County to Utah Road where several softwood trees were snapped and it snapped large softwood tree limbs at Crawford Circle. It continued eastward progression caused the snapping of softwood and hardwood trees at Ludlow Road. It finally lifted just east of Lena along US Highway 500, but not before snapping large softwood tree limbs and trunks. This tornado continued into Leake County. Maximum estimated winds 90 MPH. Total path length 11.46 miles.

Tornado, Scott

When
April 18, 2:42 PM CST to 2:59 PM CST
Where
Scott County, 1.7 mi W of Ludlow to 5.11 mi NNW of Lillian
Rating
EF1
Path length
10.3 mi
Path width
900 yd
Property damage
$85,000
Crop damage
$50,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.571, -89.749

This tornado touched down just southwest of the River Bend Road and Hwy 25 intersection where several large tree limbs were snapped. The tornado continued towards the Highway 25 intersection where several mobile homes sustained minor roof damage. Strengthening continued as the tornado hit a gas station along Hwy 25 where a large section of roof was removed. After crossing Hwy 25, the tornado moved northeast snapping and uprooting numerous soft and hardwood trees along River Bend Road, Utah Road and Crawford Circle. The tornado turned and headed southeast after crossing Mapp Road and paralleled Hillsboro-Ludlow Road for several miles where additional trees were snapped and uprooted. Sheet metal was also peeled back on several barns and chicken houses. The tornado turned back east as it crossed Lost Creek and eventually crossing Highway 13 where tree damage continued. The tornado began to weaken as it crossed Cliff Armstrong Road and dissipated shortly after crossing Cash Road. Maximum estimated winds 110 MPH.

Thunderstorm Wind, Scott

When
April 18, 2:44 PM CST to 2:48 PM CST
Where
Scott County, 2.44 mi E of Beach to 3.12 mi NE of Lillian
Measured
54 kt (62 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$12,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.497, -89.608

Several trees were uprooted across north central Scott County.

Thunderstorm Wind, Newton

When
April 18, 2:44 PM CST to 2:53 PM CST
Where
Newton County, 2.99 mi NNW of Roberts to 0.58 mi E of Newton
Measured
52 kt (60 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$15,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.272, -89.241

Trees were blown down across portions of the county.

Thunderstorm Wind, Leake

When
April 18, 2:44 PM CST to 2:48 PM CST
Where
Leake County, 3.15 mi SSW of Bertice to 0.81 mi S of Tuscola
Measured
54 kt (62 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$12,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.590, -89.695

Several trees were uprooted across south central Leake County.

Tornado, Leake

When
April 18, 2:45 PM CST to 2:59 PM CST
Where
Leake County, 1.64 mi NNW of Ludlow to 0.81 mi SSW of Sproles Siding
Rating
EF1
Path length
8.5 mi
Path width
1,320 yd
Property damage
$3,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.592, -89.730

The tornado began at the Coal Bluff Park where several large softwood tree limbs were snapped and broken and two campers were blown over. It then progressed eastward across a forested area and likely moved across the Scott County Hunting Club, but the survey team could not see the damage due to private closed off roadways. However, uprooted hardwood trees were visible from the end of North Kincaid Road. It continued to track eastward across southwest Leake County to Utah Road where several softwood trees were snapped and it snapped large softwood tree limbs at Crawford Circle. It continued eastward progression caused the snapping of softwood and hardwood trees at Ludlow Road. It finally lifted just east of Lena along US Highway 500, but not before snapping large softwood tree limbs and trunks. Maximum estimated winds 90 MPH. Total path length 11.46 miles.

Tornado, Scott

When
April 18, 2:45 PM CST to 2:53 PM CST
Where
Scott County, 2.09 mi W of Lillian to 5.29 mi N of Lillian
Rating
EF1
Path length
5.52 mi
Path width
1,760 yd
Continued into
Leake, Ms (JAN)
Property damage
$20,000
Crop damage
$100,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.504, -89.586

This tornado started in the Bienville National Forest just west of Hattie Lyles Road as it snapped large hardwood tree limbs. It progressed northeast to Hatties Lyles Road where it uprooted hardwood trees and peeled off a portion of tin metal from a barn. It progressed northeast crossing Hillsboro-Ludlow Road and Calhoun Lane, resulting in broken hardwood tree limbs and uprooted hardwood trees. The continuation of uprooted hardwood trees was noted farther northeast at Cash Road, in addition to minor shingle roof damage to a nearby home. Persistent uprooting of several hardwood trees and the snapping of large hardwood tree limbs were seen at E Rhinewalt Road and West Rhinewalt Road. Tin roofing peeled off of old chicken houses occurred at Hall Road nearing the county line. The tornado moved into southern Leake County, where it crossed Union Ridge Road and Lindsay Road, causing the uproot of hardwood and softwood trees and broke several small tree limbs. The tornado moved farther northeast, moving across MS Highway 35, where several hardwood trees were either uprooted or had broken large tree limbs. It finally lifted north of Walnut Grove just east of Estes Mill Road, but not before snapping hardwood and softwood trees; some of the branches landed on the roof of a one-story home causing minor damage. This tornado continued into Leake County. Maximum estimated winds 95 MPH. Total path length 12.48 miles.

Tornado, Leake

When
April 18, 2:46 PM CST to 3:00 PM CST
Where
Leake County, 3.53 mi W of Bertice to 0.28 mi NW of Lena
Rating
EF1
Path length
10.34 mi
Path width
1,000 yd
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.621, -89.730

This tornado began in a wooded area near the Scott and Leake County line north of Low Head Dam Road, where a tornadic debris signature was noted on radar. It then moved eastward across Utah Road, snapping several softwood and hardwood trees. It then shifted southeast crossing Highway 25, snapping softwood trees on McDonald Road. It then impacted New Ground Road where it snapped large softwood tree limbs, uprooted multiple hardwood trees, some of which fell on a power pole and side-swiped a house causing minor roof damage. The tornado then moved east to across Ludlow Road snapping a few softwood trees and once it crossed Highway 13, it continued to snap softwood trees some of which fell on power lines. It continuing snapping large softwood tree limbs and softwood tree trunks as it moved east across US Highway 487 and across Ealy Road. It lifted at Storm Road north of US Highway 500, but not before snapping a few large softwood tree limbs. Maximum estimated winds 95 MPH.

Thunderstorm Wind, Covington

When
April 18, 2:51 PM CST
Where
Covington County, 1.18 mi E of Collins
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$4,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
31.630, -89.530

A tree was blown down across the railroad track.

Thunderstorm Wind, Scott

When
April 18, 2:52 PM CST
Where
Scott County, 0.9 mi SW of Sebastopol
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$12,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.570, -89.330

A tree was blown down onto an outbuilding.

Tornado, Leake

When
April 18, 2:53 PM CST to 3:05 PM CST
Where
Leake County, 1.64 mi S of Lena to 1.72 mi SSE of Estesmill
Rating
EF1
Path length
6.21 mi
Path width
1,076 yd
Property damage
$10,000
Crop damage
$100,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.577, -89.546

This tornado started in the Bienville National Forest just west of Hattie Lyles Road as it snapped large hardwood tree limbs. It progressed northeast to Hatties Lyles Road where it uprooted hardwood trees and peeled off a portion of tin metal from a barn. It progressed northeast crossing Hillsboro-Ludlow Road and Calhoun Lane, resulting in broken hardwood tree limbs and uprooted hardwood trees. The continuation of uprooted hardwood trees was noted farther northeast at Cash Road, in addition to minor shingle roof damage to a nearby home. Persistent uprooting of several hardwood trees and the snapping of large hardwood tree limbs were seen at E Rhinewalt Road and West Rhinewalt Road. Tin roofing peeled off of old chicken houses occurred at Hall Road nearing the county line. The tornado moved into southern Leake County, where it crossed Union Ridge Road and Lindsay Road, causing the uproot of hardwood and softwood trees and broke several small tree limbs. The tornado moved farther northeast, moving across MS Highway 35, where several hardwood trees were either uprooted or had broken large tree limbs. It finally lifted north of Walnut Grove just east of Estes Mill Road, but not before snapping hardwood and softwood trees; some of the branches landed on the roof of a one-story home causing minor damage. Maximum estimated winds 95 MPH. Total path length 12.48 miles.

Thunderstorm Wind, Newton

When
April 18, 2:53 PM CST to 3:10 PM CST
Where
Newton County, 4.35 mi WNW of Jeff to 1.52 mi ESE of Perdue
Measured
54 kt (62 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$20,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.436, -89.202

Trees were blown down across portions of north central Newton County.

Flash Flood, Lawrence

When
April 18, 3:00 PM CST to 5:00 PM CST
Where
Lawrence County, 0.59 mi E of Monticello to 5.54 mi SSE of Nola
Cause
Heavy Rain
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Law Enforcement
Coordinates
31.550, -90.110

Several streets were flooded around the county.

Flash Flood, Madison

When
April 18, 3:00 PM CST to 5:15 PM CST
Where
Madison County, 1.17 mi W of Gluckstadt to 1.05 mi W of Gluckstadt
Cause
Heavy Rain
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.520, -90.100

Several streets were flooded in Gluckstadt.

Thunderstorm Wind, Newton

When
April 18, 3:00 PM CST to 3:10 PM CST
Where
Newton County, 1.55 mi NW of Hickory to 1.49 mi NNE of Chunky
Measured
52 kt (60 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$15,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.338, -89.036

Trees were blown down across the eastern side of Newton County.

Tornado, Leake

When
April 18, 3:04 PM CST to 3:14 PM CST
Where
Leake County, 0.26 mi SSW of Freeny to 2.38 mi SE of Madden
Rating
EF1
Path length
9.83 mi
Path width
1,600 yd
Continued into
Neshoba, Ms (JAN)
Property damage
$5,000
Crop damage
$500,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.696, -89.481

This EF-1 tornado formed near the Freeny community tracking east and southeast for nearly 10 miles. Widespread tree damage occurred across the area. Wind speeds near 110 mph caused two swaths of large pine and hardwood to snap or uproot along a stretch of Highway 488 just east of Madden and off of County Road 210. The tornado dissipated in a wooded area near the Leake and Neshoba County line about a quarter mile east of County Road 21. This tornado continued into Neshoba County. Maximum estimated winds 110 MPH. Total path length 10.06 miles.

Thunderstorm Wind, Leake

When
April 18, 3:04 PM CST to 3:16 PM CST
Where
Leake County, 1.5 mi SSW of Carthage Leak Co Arp to 1.88 mi WSW of Marydell
Measured
52 kt (60 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$20,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.750, -89.540

Multiple trees and power lines were blown down across Leake County.

Thunderstorm Wind, Neshoba

When
April 18, 3:04 PM CST
Where
Neshoba County, 1.88 mi ENE of Kitchener
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.590, -89.290

Trees were blown down in the Kitchener community.

Thunderstorm Wind, Covington

When
April 18, 3:07 PM CST
Where
Covington County, 3.15 mi ENE of Gandsi
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$2,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
31.595, -89.455

A tree was blown down across Highway 535.

Thunderstorm Wind, Jasper

When
April 18, 3:07 PM CST
Where
Jasper County, 0.8 mi NNW of Missionary
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
Law Enforcement
Coordinates
32.111, -89.053

Trees were blown down along Highway 503.

Thunderstorm Wind, Leake

When
April 18, 3:07 PM CST
Where
Leake County, 2.92 mi SW of Rosebud
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.625, -89.421

Trees were blown down along Gunter Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Neshoba

When
April 18, 3:12 PM CST
Where
Neshoba County, 0.69 mi S of Dixon
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$7,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.660, -89.220

Several trees were blown down at County Roads 339 and 129 in Dixon.

Tornado, Neshoba

When
April 18, 3:14 PM CST to 3:15 PM CST
Where
Neshoba County, 1.82 mi SW of Dowdville to 1.81 mi SSW of Dowdville
Rating
EF1
Path length
0.07 mi
Path width
50 yd
Property damage
$1,000
Crop damage
$5,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.659, -89.318

This EF-1 tornado formed near the Freeny community tracking east and southeast for nearly 10 miles. Widespread tree damage occurred across the area. Wind speeds near 110 mph caused two swaths of large pine and hardwood to snap or uproot along a stretch of Highway 488 just east of Madden and off of County Road 210. The tornado dissipated in a wooded area near the Leake and Neshoba County line about a quarter mile east of County Road 21. Maximum estimated winds 74 MPH. Total path length 10.06 miles.

Thunderstorm Wind, Neshoba

When
April 18, 3:14 PM CST
Where
Neshoba County, 2.07 mi S of Williamsville
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Deaths
1 direct, 0 indirect
Property damage
$20,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.720, -89.150

A tree was blown down onto a car, which resulted in a fatality. This occurred on Highway 15S between Highway 485 and County Road 432.

Tornado, Leake

When
April 18, 3:19 PM CST to 3:21 PM CST
Where
Leake County, 1.3 mi ENE of Free Trade to 2.03 mi NNW of Madden
Rating
EF1
Path length
2.1 mi
Path width
300 yd
Property damage
$10,000
Crop damage
$20,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.704, -89.398

This tornado began along Laurel Hill Road and tracked roughly east along and mostly to the south of Madden Road. The tornado crossed Risher Road and dissipated just east of that location. Many trees were snapped and uprooted along with several power lines and poles down. Some minor damage was noted to a few sheds and barns. Maximum estimated winds 95 MPH.

Tornado, Leake

When
April 18, 3:20 PM CST to 3:24 PM CST
Where
Leake County, 1.79 mi NW of Madden to 1.73 mi NE of Madden
Rating
EF1
Path length
4.1 mi
Path width
350 yd
Continued into
Neshoba, Ms (JAN)
Property damage
$4,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.701, -89.368

This tornado began along Risher Road and tracked just south of east crossing Jolly Road to just past Highway 488 and Turtleneck Road. The tornado continued east into Neshoba County crossing county roads 1119 and 123 before dissipating just east of 123 and north of 404. Many trees were snapped and uprooted, especially along Madden Road along with some power lines down. Maximum estimated winds were 100 mph. Total path length was 4.17 miles.

Tornado, Leake

When
April 18, 3:22 PM CST to 3:23 PM CST
Where
Leake County, 3.01 mi S of Edinburg to 3.09 mi SSE of Edinburg
Rating
EF1
Path length
0.31 mi
Path width
75 yd
Continued into
Neshoba, Ms (JAN)
Property damage
$2,000
Crop damage
$1,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.757, -89.322

This brief tornado began just west of Highway 427 and just north of Sistrunk Lane. The tornado crossed Highway 427 where it snapped and uprooted several trees. The tornado ended just east of Highway 427 near Luneluah Creek, uprooting several trees along its path. Maximum estimated winds were 95 mph. Total path length was .5 miles.

Tornado, Neshoba

When
April 18, 3:23 PM CST to 3:24 PM CST
Where
Neshoba County, 0.53 mi N of Laurelhill to 0.54 mi NE of Laurelhill
Rating
EF1
Path length
0.29 mi
Path width
75 yd
Property damage
$7,000
Crop damage
$2,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.758, -89.318

This brief tornado began just west of Highway 427 and just north of Sistrunk Lane. The tornado crossed Highway 427 where it snapped and uprooted several trees. The tornado ended just east of Highway 427 near Luneluah Creek, uprooting several trees along its path. Maximum estimated winds were 95 mph. Total path length was .5 miles.

Tornado, Neshoba

When
April 18, 3:23 PM CST to 3:35 PM CST
Where
Neshoba County, 2.54 mi NNE of House to 1.31 mi E of Forestdale
Rating
EF1
Path length
8.82 mi
Path width
1,400 yd
Property damage
$20,000
Crop damage
$100,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.664, -88.984

The tornado touched down at County Road 717 breaking small to large softwood and hardwood tree limbs. As it moved northeast to County Road 450 it snapped and uprooted several hardwood trees; in addition to peeling portions of a tin roof off a barn. It continued to break off small and large softwood tree limbs as it moved northeast to County Road 725. Once it reached the intersection of County Road 725 and US Highway 486, it was uprooting hardwood trees. Numerous large hardwood trees were uprooted and snapped along US Highway 486; in addition to peeling off portions of a tin roof from a barn. Several softwood trees were uprooted and snapped when it crossed County Road 729, and a downed power-pole was seen nearby likely caused by one of the aforementioned trees falling on top of it. Multiple snapped softwood trees occurred at County Road 1715 as it continued its northeastward trek. Once the tornado intersected Highway 16, large broken softwood tree limbs were noted. It continued to move north of Highway 16, breaking large softwood and hard tree limbs at County Road 749. It lifted at County Road 755, but not before uprooting a few large hardwood and softwood trees. Maximum estimated winds were 95 mph. Total path length was 9.13 miles.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lamar

When
April 18, 3:23 PM CST
Where
Lamar County, 1.61 mi N of Tatums Camps
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$3,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
31.243, -89.554

A tree was blown down at the intersection of Purvis Oloh and Knight roads.

Tornado, Neshoba

When
April 18, 3:24 PM CST to 3:25 PM CST
Where
Neshoba County, 2.1 mi NW of Dowdville to 0.89 mi N of Dowdville
Rating
EF1
Path length
1.86 mi
Path width
350 yd
Property damage
$1,000
Crop damage
$20,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.698, -89.329

This tornado began along Risher Road and tracked just south of east crossing Jolly Road to just past Highway 488 and Turtleneck Road. The tornado continued east into Neshoba County crossing county roads 1119 and 123 before dissipating just east of 123 and north of 404. Many trees were snapped and uprooted, especially along Madden Road along with some power lines down. Maximum estimated winds were 100 mph. Total path length was 4.17 miles.

Tornado, Leake

When
April 18, 3:25 PM CST to 3:26 PM CST
Where
Leake County, 2.91 mi NNE of Madden to 3.04 mi NE of Madden
Rating
EF1
Path length
0.31 mi
Path width
180 yd
Continued into
Neshoba, Ms (JAN)
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.716, -89.323

This brief tornado began just inside Leake County where Highway 488 intersects the county line and tracked just south of east where it crossed CR 123 before dissipating. The better tree damage was along Highway 488. Maximum estimated winds were 95 mph. Total path length was 1.71 miles.

Thunderstorm Wind, Kemper

When
April 18, 3:25 PM CST
Where
Kemper County, 3.73 mi W of Cleveland
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$12,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.741, -88.893

Trees were blown down across Hopewell Road.

Flash Flood, Covington

When
April 18, 3:25 PM CST to 4:25 PM CST
Where
Covington County, 2.13 mi ESE of Collins to 1.73 mi NNW of Gandsi
Cause
Heavy Rain
Property damage
$3,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
31.618, -89.517

Three parts of Evergreen Church Road were under water.

Tornado, Neshoba

When
April 18, 3:26 PM CST to 3:27 PM CST
Where
Neshoba County, 2.43 mi S of Laurelhill to 1.77 mi N of Dowdville
Rating
EF1
Path length
1.38 mi
Path width
180 yd
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.715, -89.318

This brief tornado began just inside Leake County where Highway 488 intersects the county line and tracked just south of east where it crossed CR 123 before dissipating. The better tree damage was along Highway 488. Maximum estimated winds were 95 mph. Total path length was 1.71 miles.

Thunderstorm Wind, Leake

When
April 18, 3:26 PM CST
Where
Leake County, 2.01 mi S of Remus
Measured
54 kt (62 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$9,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.841, -89.353

Several trees were uprooted along Mars Hill Road.

Tornado, Neshoba

When
April 18, 3:30 PM CST to 3:32 PM CST
Where
Neshoba County, 0.99 mi NW of Hope to 1.21 mi E of Hope
Rating
EF1
Path length
1.95 mi
Path width
250 yd
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.762, -89.260

This brief tornado began just to the west of CR 151 and tracked just south of east in the Hope Community and dissipated after it crossed Highway 488. One home sustained moderate shingle and roof damage along CR 151. The tornado appeared to peak as it crossed CR 147 where a solid area of pines were snapped. Maximum estimated winds were 100 mph. Total path length is 1.95 miles.

Flash Flood, Rankin

When
April 18, 3:30 PM CST to 5:15 PM CST
Where
Rankin County, 0.58 mi E of Goshen Spgs to 1.55 mi ESE of Pisgah
Cause
Heavy Rain
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.470, -89.910

Several roads were flooded across northern Rankin County.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When
April 18, 3:30 PM CST
Where
Lauderdale County, 2.82 mi NNE of Obadiah
Measured
52 kt (60 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$8,000
Reported by
Law Enforcement
Coordinates
32.540, -88.720

Several trees and a power line were blown down in northwest Lauderdale County.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lamar

When
April 18, 3:32 PM CST
Where
Lamar County, 4.11 mi ENE of Tatums Camps
Measured
54 kt (62 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$13,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
31.250, -89.490

Multiple trees were snapped.

Thunderstorm Wind, Kemper

When
April 18, 3:33 PM CST
Where
Kemper County, 1.38 mi N of Prince Chapel
Measured
55 kt (63 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$20,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.920, -88.900

Numerous trees were blown down across roads in northwest Kemper County.

Tornado, Neshoba

When
April 18, 3:34 PM CST to 3:49 PM CST
Where
Neshoba County, 3.73 mi WSW of Arlington to 2.48 mi ESE of Stallo
Rating
EF0
Path length
10.95 mi
Path width
1,000 yd
Property damage
$5,000
Crop damage
$50,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.840, -89.234

This tornado began over a marshy area just south of Hooper Mill Creek Road where several large tree branches were snapped. It then moved northeast crossing County Roads 165 and 820 where several softwood trees were uprooted. The tornado took on a slight eastward movement as it crossed several roads in the vicinity of Highway 19 where additional softwood trees were uprooted. A swath of tree damage continued along county roads 834, 838, 571 and 1361 before the tornado crossed Highway 15. The tornado began to weaken as it tracked along county road 844 and 573 where several large tree limbs were snapped before dissipating east of 573 in a marshy area along the Pearl River. Maximum estimated winds were 85 mph. Total path length is 11.22 miles.

Tornado, Kemper

When
April 18, 3:37 PM CST to 3:43 PM CST
Where
Kemper County, 1.45 mi NE of Mt Nebo to 1.78 mi WSW of De Kalb
Rating
EF0
Path length
3.34 mi
Path width
3.33 yd
Property damage
$10,000
Crop damage
$25,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.716, -88.683

The tornado touched down west of Highway 39 along Craig Road where it peeled back the aluminum roofing along the southward facing side of a one-story home. It blew the roofing several yards into an open field. Thereafter, the tornado tracked north to Jackson Stevens Road where it broke large softwood tree limbs and uprooted multiple softwood trees. It continued its northward track to Old Jackson Road where several small softwood limbs were broken before it lifted just north of Old Jackson Road. Maximum estimated winds were 85 mph. Total path length is 3.33 miles.

Tornado, Neshoba

When
April 18, 3:40 PM CST to 3:44 PM CST
Where
Neshoba County, 0.8 mi SSE of Philadelphia to 1.7 mi SSE of Longino
Rating
EF1
Path length
2 mi
Path width
1.91 yd
Property damage
$2.0 million
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.759, -89.116

This EF-1 tornado started near Hospital Road West and tracked northeast through historic parts of Philadelphia. Along the path, numerous large limbs were snapped and numerous trees were uprooted. A couple of trees were blown on houses causing structural damage. The tornado caused the exterior wall to the Urgent Care Center on East Main Street to collapse and uprooted a swath of pine trees before dissipating. Maximum estimated winds were 110 mph. Total path length is 1.91 miles.

Tornado, Neshoba

When
April 18, 3:40 PM CST to 3:46 PM CST
Where
Neshoba County, 1.38 mi ESE of Deemer to 2.54 mi NW of Ocobla
Rating
EF1
Path length
3.15 mi
Path width
700 yd
Property damage
$15 million
Crop damage
$25,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.746, -89.107

This EF-1 storm began in a wooded area about half mile east of Deemer Road and tracked northeast about 3 miles. The tornado moved across Holland Avenue knocking down numerous trees in the Airpark Subdivision. Numerous trees were also downed and snapped across the golf course at the Philadephia Country Club and the neighboring community to the northeast. Several large hardwood trees were snapped along Mckee street between Bounds Avenue and Will Avenue where winds were near 105 mph. The tornado continued across main street before dissipating in a wooded area. There was some structural damage from large hardwood trees falling on homes. Maximum estimated winds were 105 mph. Total path length is 3.07 miles.

Thunderstorm Wind, Kemper

When
April 18, 3:41 PM CST
Where
Kemper County, Preston
Measured
53 kt (61 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.880, -88.830

A tree fell onto a house and several roads were blocked by trees south of town.

Thunderstorm Wind, Forrest

When
April 18, 3:43 PM CST to 3:45 PM CST
Where
Forrest County, 0.61 mi ESE of Petal to 2.36 mi W of Macedonia
Measured
53 kt (61 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$8,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
31.347, -89.260

A tree was blown down at County Line Road and Morriston Road. Trees were snapped or blown down in Petal, including on Moses Lane.

Thunderstorm Wind, Jones

When
April 18, 3:46 PM CST
Where
Jones County, 4.91 mi ESE of Moselle
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Law Enforcement
Coordinates
31.480, -89.200

A power line was blown down on Ovett Moselle Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Forrest

When
April 18, 3:48 PM CST
Where
Forrest County, 4.31 mi SSE of Bonhomie
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$3,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
31.220, -89.300

A tree was blown down in the Dixie area.

Thunderstorm Wind, Winston

When
April 18, 3:48 PM CST
Where
Winston County, 5.06 mi NW of Noxapater
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$15,000
Reported by
Utility Company
Coordinates
33.042, -89.122

Two utility poles were broken near Campground Road.

Tornado, Winston

When
April 18, 3:50 PM CST to 3:51 PM CST
Where
Winston County, 4.51 mi S of Noxapater to 4.13 mi SSE of Noxapater
Rating
EF1
Path length
1.34 mi
Path width
100 yd
Property damage
$5,000
Crop damage
$25,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.935, -89.055

This brief tornado began just southeast of Arthur Yarborough Road and moved northeast crossing Arthur Yarborough and Mount Pisgah Roads. The strongest winds occurred along Mount Pisgah Road, where a swath of hardwood trees were snapped and uprooted. The tornado dissipated in the vicinity of Joel Creek before reaching Union Ridge Road. Maximum estimated winds were 100 mph. Total path length is 1.34 miles.

Thunderstorm Wind, Winston

When
April 18, 3:50 PM CST
Where
Winston County, 2.37 mi SSW of Noxapater
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Broadcast Media
Coordinates
32.970, -89.070

A tree was blown down across Highway 15 south of Noxapater.

Tornado, Winston

When
April 18, 3:54 PM CST to 4:05 PM CST
Where
Winston County, 1.34 mi SSE of Noxapater to 2.05 mi WSW of Fearns Spgs
Rating
EF0
Path length
9.25 mi
Path width
1,000 yd
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.983, -89.040

This tornado began along County Road 490 near the intersection of Barrier Clay Road where numerous large tree limbs were snapped. The tornado continued east along Co Road 490 where a number of both softwood and hardwood trees were snapped and uprooted. The tornado moved northeast after crossing County Road 397 and dissipated after crossing Ellison Ridge Road and AB Rodgers Road where several large limbs were snapped. Maximum estimated winds were 90 mph. Total path length is 9.89 miles.

Thunderstorm Wind, Kemper

When
April 18, 3:55 PM CST
Where
Kemper County, 2.22 mi SE of Wahalak
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.880, -88.490

Trees were blown down and blocked Highway 45.

Tornado, Winston

When
April 18, 3:57 PM CST to 4:06 PM CST
Where
Winston County, 3.3 mi E of Noxapater to 2.72 mi W of Fearns Spgs
Rating
EF0
Path length
6.08 mi
Path width
800 yd
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.994, -88.994

This tornado began just southwest of Enon Road and moved northeast across Rocky Hill Road and Potter Fulton Road where large limbs were snapped and several softwood trees uprooted. The tornado then crossed County Road 397 and followed Murry Fulton Road crossing Coopwood Creek where additional trees were downed. The tornado moved through a marshy area along Town Creek before snapping a few more tree branches along Bethel road. The tornado quickly dissipated before reaching Ellison Ridge Road. Maximum estimated winds were 85 mph. Total path length is 6.23 miles.

Thunderstorm Wind, Noxubee

When
April 18, 3:59 PM CST
Where
Noxubee County, 0.73 mi NE of Shuqualak
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.978, -88.572

A tree was blown down onto power lines on Residence Street.

Thunderstorm Wind, Webster

When
April 18, 3:59 PM CST
Where
Webster County, 1.68 mi WNW of Mathiston
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$3,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
33.539, -89.147

A tree was blown down on the Natchez Trace Parkway near Mathiston.

Thunderstorm Wind, Clarke

When
April 18, 4:00 PM CST
Where
Clarke County, 2.3 mi NW of Linton
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$2,000
Reported by
Law Enforcement
Coordinates
32.057, -88.623

A tree was blown down on County Road 440.

Tornado, Winston

When
April 18, 4:04 PM CST to 4:07 PM CST
Where
Winston County, 5.06 mi SSW of Fearns Spgs to 4.54 mi SSE of Fearns Spgs
Rating
EF1
Path length
2.91 mi
Path width
100 yd
Property damage
$5,000
Crop damage
$10,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.949, -88.869

This tornado began just west of Highway 397 where it snapped and uprooted several hardwood and softwood trees. The tornado continued to the east crossing Shugualak Road uprooting a few trees. The tornado turned more northeast crossing C McDonald Road, before ending near Ebenezer Church Road uprooting a few more trees along its path. Maximum estimated winds were 90 mph. Total path length is 2.97 miles.

Tornado, Winston

When
April 18, 4:08 PM CST to 4:09 PM CST
Where
Winston County, 3.87 mi NNW of Fearns Spgs to 3.46 mi N of Fearns Spgs
Rating
EF0
Path length
1.35 mi
Path width
50 yd
Property damage
$2,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
33.069, -88.882

This brief tornado began off of Ellison Ridge Road where it uprooted a couple of trees. The tornado crossed Hemphill road continuing to uproot trees, before ending about a mile east of Hemphill Road near a logging road. Maximum estimated winds were 85 mph. Total path length is 1.36 miles.

Flash Flood, Lamar

When
April 18, 4:08 PM CST to 6:00 PM CST
Where
Lamar County, 1.86 mi N of Tatums Camps to 1.5 mi NNW of Tatums Camps
Cause
Heavy Rain
Property damage
$2,000
Reported by
Trained Spotter
Coordinates
31.247, -89.553

Flash flooding occurred at Purvis Oloh Road.

Tornado, Winston

When
April 18, 4:13 PM CST to 4:14 PM CST
Where
Winston County, 3 mi NE of Fearns Spgs to 3.12 mi NE of Fearns Spgs
Rating
EF1
Path length
0.13 mi
Path width
100 yd
Continued into
Noxubee, Ms (JAN)
Property damage
$1,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
33.052, -88.816

This tornado began near the Winston/Noxubee County line off of Highway 490. Numerous trees where snapped and uprooted at this point. The tornado continued to move east across Butler Road continuing to snap and uproot both hardwood and softwood trees. The tornado turned more southeast as it crossed Richards Road continuing to snap and uproot trees. The tornado ended off of North Hayes Field Road snapping numerous pine trees along its path. Maximum estimated winds were 105 mph. Total path length is 7.00 miles.

Tornado, Noxubee

When
April 18, 4:14 PM CST to 4:21 PM CST
Where
Noxubee County, 4.11 mi WSW of Mashulaville to 2.09 mi NW of Macedonia
Rating
EF1
Path length
6.52 mi
Path width
700 yd
Property damage
$10,000
Crop damage
$25,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
33.053, -88.813

This tornado began near the Winston/Noxubee County line off of Highway 490. Numerous trees where snapped and uprooted at this point. The tornado continued to move east across Butler Road continuing to snap and uproot both hardwood and softwood trees. The tornado turned more southeast as it crossed Richards Road continuing to snap and uproot trees. The tornado ended off of North Hayes Field Road snapping numerous pine trees along its path. Maximum estimated winds were 105 mph. Total path length is 7.00 miles.

Flash Flood, Forrest

When
April 18, 4:18 PM CST to 6:00 PM CST
Where
Forrest County, 0.76 mi WSW of Glendale to 0.92 mi WSW of Glendale
Cause
Heavy Rain
Property damage
$2,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
31.366, -89.312

Water flowed across the road at the intersection of River Road and Pittman Drive.

Thunderstorm Wind, Clay

When
April 18, 4:23 PM CST
Where
Clay County, 0.69 mi N of Cedarbluff
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$3,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
33.590, -88.850

A tree was blown down on Highway 50 West near Camp Seminole Road.

Tornado, Noxubee

When
April 18, 4:29 PM CST to 4:32 PM CST
Where
Noxubee County, 1.99 mi SSE of Deerbrook to 0.54 mi ENE of Deerbrook
Rating
EF1
Path length
2.02 mi
Path width
500 yd
Property damage
$50,000
Crop damage
$25,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
33.204, -88.486

This tornado began along Baldwyn Road, where the tin roof of a church was partially removed and a large tree was uprooted. It continued northward paralleling Mickers Clay Road, partially flipping an irrigation pivot in a field west of the road. The tornado continued to cause roof damage to multiple homes and tree damage. It lifted before reaching Missippi Highway 388. Maximum estimated winds were 90 mph. Total path length is 2.03 miles.

Thunderstorm Wind, Noxubee

When
April 18, 4:32 PM CST
Where
Noxubee County, 5.39 mi WSW of Brooksville
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
33.190, -88.660

Roof damage occurred to a shed along Macon-Lynn Creek Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Noxubee

When
April 18, 4:33 PM CST
Where
Noxubee County, 2.7 mi SW of Macon Muni Arpt
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$3,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
33.100, -88.560

A tree was blown down on Highway 14 near Macon.

Tornado, Noxubee

When
April 18, 4:38 PM CST to 4:49 PM CST
Where
Noxubee County, 0.62 mi NNW of Brooksville to 0.74 mi NE of Cliftonville
Rating
EF1
Path length
9.51 mi
Path width
600 yd
Property damage
$100,000
Crop damage
$50,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
33.238, -88.584

This tornado began on the north side of the town of Brooksville, producing considerable damage along Deerbrook Street. A few homes also sustained mostly minor roof damage. As the tornado continued eastward, it crossed near the US 45 and Alt US 45 interchange, then moved east along Mississipp Highway 388. Here, several utility poles were downed over a brief stretch of the highway. The tornado continued paralleling Highway 388 throughout the remainder of its duration, producing regular tree damage, and producing more roof damage to houses. The tornado ended shortly east of Mississippi Highway 792 in the Cliftonville area. Maximum estimated winds were 110 mph. Total path length is 9.63 miles.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lowndes

When
April 18, 4:41 PM CST
Where
Lowndes County, 0.69 mi N of Crawford
Measured
52 kt (60 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$8,000
Reported by
Broadcast Media
Coordinates
33.310, -88.620

The roof was blown off of a shed.

Tornado, Lowndes

When
April 18, 4:42 PM CST to 4:47 PM CST
Where
Lowndes County, 2.97 mi SW of Trinity to 1.14 mi WNW of Trinity
Rating
EF1
Path length
3.07 mi
Path width
150 yd
Property damage
$20,000
Crop damage
$5,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
33.317, -88.503

This tornado began along Trinity Rd, where a few trees where uprooted. It continued north northeastward to Carson Road, where a large empty grain bin was slid off of its base and bent inward. Across the road, the roof of a large metal building was partially removed. The tornado continued northward into an open field, lifting before reaching Lindsey Ferry Road. Maximum estimated winds were 110 mph. Total path length is 3.12 miles.

Flash Flood, Clay

When
April 18, 4:50 PM CST to 6:45 PM CST
Where
Clay County, 0.9 mi NW of West Pt to 0.83 mi NNE of West Pt
Cause
Heavy Rain
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
33.610, -88.660

Some roads were flooded in West Point.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lowndes

When
April 18, 4:55 PM CST
Where
Lowndes County, 2.82 mi NNE of Interstate City
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
Broadcast Media
Coordinates
33.540, -88.390

Trees were blown down on Military Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lowndes

When
April 18, 4:57 PM CST
Where
Lowndes County, 1.35 mi E of Interstate City
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
33.501, -88.376

A tree was blown down on Forrest Blvd.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lowndes

When
April 18, 4:58 PM CST
Where
Lowndes County, 0.9 mi SW of New Hope
Measured
52 kt (60 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$12,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
33.460, -88.330

Several trees were snapped in New Hope.

Flash Flood, Forrest

When
April 18, 5:00 PM CST to 6:00 PM CST
Where
Forrest County, 1.82 mi SW of Petal to 1.05 mi W of Petal
Cause
Heavy Rain
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
Broadcast Media
Coordinates
31.330, -89.290

Roads were flooded across Hattiesburg and Petal.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lowndes

When
April 18, 5:07 PM CST
Where
Lowndes County, 0.57 mi E of Caledonia
Measured
52 kt (60 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
33.680, -88.320

A tree was blown down and an awning had damage.

Flash Flood, Oktibbeha

When
April 18, 5:45 PM CST to 6:45 PM CST
Where
Oktibbeha County, 1.8 mi ENE of Starkville Bryan Arp to 2.09 mi E of Starkville
Cause
Heavy Rain
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
33.444, -88.824

Flash flooding occurred across Starkville.

Flash Flood, Lowndes

When
April 18, 5:55 PM CST to 6:45 PM CST
Where
Lowndes County, 0.69 mi N of Columbus to 0.26 mi W of Columbus
Cause
Heavy Rain
Property damage
$3,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
33.510, -88.430

Flash flooding occurred in Columbus off of Highway 45.

The people who died

As the offices recorded each death: direct deaths were caused by the weather itself, indirect ones by something it set in motion.

EventDateAgeSexWhereKind
Thunderstorm Wind, Neshoba2019-04-1881MaleVehicle/Towed TrailerDirect

What these are

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.
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.
Flash Flood
Flooding that begins within six hours of the rain that causes it, or of a dam or levee failure or ice jam release, often with deadly speed.

After NWS Directive 10-1605, the rules offices file Storm Data by.

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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: 823573, 823574, 813842, 844874, 845103, 845104, 813844, 845105, 845106, 845108, 845113, 845114, 813846, 813847, 813850, 845180, 845289, 845290, 845182, 845193, 845194, 845286, 845287, 845288, 813854, 845291, 813851, 813852, 845292, 813856, 845293, 845512, 845513, 845514, 845519, 845525, 813858, 845765, 813859, 813853, and more.