Mississippi, 2022

Tornadoes and Hail in Mississippi, March 22, 2022

March 22, 2022 · NWS JAN · 69 events in 27 counties and zones

A strong storm system moved through the Lower Mississippi Valley on Tuesday March 22nd. An associated line of severe thunderstorms quickly raced across Mississippi during the day resulting in widespread wind damage and numerous tornadoes.

Where it happened

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The toll

Deaths
0
Injuries
1
Property damage
$2.5 million
Crop damage
$232,000
Events
69

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.

A strong storm system moved through the Lower Mississippi Valley on Tuesday March 22nd. An associated line of severe thunderstorms quickly raced across Mississippi during the day resulting in widespread wind damage and numerous tornadoes.

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 Mar 22, 9:26 AM CST, 1 hour earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Mar 22, 9:26 AM CST, 1 hour before
Area Forecast Discussion...UPDATED
National Weather Service Jackson MS
1026 AM CDT Tue Mar 22 2022

...SEVERE WEATHER AND HEAVY RAINFALL LIKELY TODAY...

.UPDATE...
Mesoscale update.

&&

.DISCUSSION...
A Tornado Watch will be posted soon to cover most of the remainder
of the forecast area.

The initial band of overnight convection which now extends from
near Grenada to Greenwood to Oak Grove LA is, as anticipated,
losing stream as the leading shortwave pulls north of the area.
Farther west, more vigorous convection extends from near Monroe
to near Lake Charles ahead of the main shortwave. Storms in this
corridor have been severe at times, but have been remained fairly
tame thus far owing to the diurnal instability minimum. Areas
behind this primary line of convection are already seeing the end
of their severe weather threat for today. While some areas behind
the leading outflow like Greenville and Indianola have seen a
wind shift and a transition to more stable surface conditions,
we're already beginning to see signs of airmass recovery on the
southern edge of this outflow in the southern ArkLaMiss Delta
around Rolling Fork and ahead of the primary band of convection to
the west, with convection beginning to lift back to the north
through the Delta. This is occurring as increasing upper ascent
results from strong divergence with a split upper jet pattern
beginning to move over the area. We're already seeing this
manifest near the surface in the form of pressure falls from
northern MS southwestward through the ArkLaMiss Delta and into
central LA. Mesoscale model guidance suggests additional pressure
falls of 4-6 mb may occur over the next few hours, which will
result in strengthening low level mass response with a moisture-
rich environment surging well northward across our area ahead of
the primary band of convection. It will also help to encourage
strong non-thunderstorm wind gusts through the day (A Wind
Advisory remains in effect for the entire area). Upper 60s to near
70 dewpoints already reside from the MissLou area southward into
southern LA, with moderate mixed layer instability already surging
spreading northward along the Mississippi River.

With instability increasing in coincidence with 50+ kt deep layer
shear, we're already seeing some increase in convective strength
over northeast LA, and this trend should continue through the day.
0-1 km SRH across MS is in the 200-400 m2/s2 range and is forecast
to remain this strong through the day, and as instability
continues to increase, effective SRH will increase along with
increasing potential for tornadoes in more vigorous convection.
While the overall motion of the primary convective complex will
be eastward, individual elements along the line will move more
northeastwardly. Unfortunately, this means convection will often
be oriented favorably with strong southwesterly 0-3 km bulk shear
vectors to favor QLCS tornadogenesis as this line continues to
progress eastward through the day. In addition, CAM guidance
continues to hint at the possibility of discrete convection
developing ahead of this convective line. So long as these cells
aren't so numerous that they destructively interfere with each
other, they would reside in an environment favorable for producing
tornadoes as well. If surface pressure falls continue, this could
also help to keep surface winds backed and maintain stronger low
level shear in this regime. To summarize, individual storms ahead
of the line could be bad...storms along the line itself could be
bad. Strong tornadoes will be a threat across almost the entire
area.

With the eastward overall line movement but individual elements
moving more northeastward, we could also see training of
convection today resulting in areas of flash flooding. People who
live in typically flood prone areas need to be prepared to move to
higher ground.

Overall, the going forecast remains on track, both with
anticipated storm threats and with the general timing forecast.
There is no less of a severe weather and tornado threat along the
Highway 82 corridor and the Golden Triangle than there is to the
south along the Highway 84 corridor.

It will be crucially important for residents of Mississippi,
southeastern Arkansas, and northeastern Louisiana to remain near a
good source of weather information today. Have multiple ways to
receive warnings, and know ahead of time where you will go when a
warning is issued for your location so you can act quickly. /DL/

Prior discussion below:

Today and tomorrow...

Severe weather is likely across the ArkLaMiss region today as a
strong upper level trough with a closed low over the Central Plains
digs into our area. With a strong upper jet influencing upper level
divergence and a surface ridging sitting east of MS, southwesterly
flow will continue to bring an unstable airmass into the ArkLaMiss
region. With this in mind, all modes of severe weather will be
possible today. Damaging wind gusts, hail up to golf ball size and
tornadoes are likely. Specifically in the Moderate risk area,
conditions will support significant tornadoes. Currently in the
overnight/ early morning period, a line of strong to severe storms
is slowly moving out of TX and into LA, AR, and northern MS.
Although no active severe warnings out, Hi-res guidance is in
agreement of a regeneration of instability in the morning to
afternoon hours that will allow this line to uniquely evolve. If
warm air convective showers fail to inhibit stabilization ahead of
the line, CAMs are hinting supercell development in the warm sector
(mainly along and south of I-20). In this region, model soundings
depict MUCAPE values 1500-2000 J/kg, 0-3km SRH values upwards of 500
m^2/s^2, 0-6km shear values 50kt+, and a very moist environment.
Dewpoints in the 60s and PWATs ~1.5 inches will provide more than
enough deep layer moisture.

As the line of storms pushes through MS, another interesting feature
that guidance hints at is supercells along the NE MS/NW AL border.
Despite the "juicy" parameters remaining along and S of I-20, it
seems as if the extent of the warm sector may stretch more northeast
throughout the morning hours into the afternoon. If this area can
stay dry ahead of the line while getting sufficient daytime heating,
it may be a cause for concern. Regardless of any of the "what-if"
scenarios, it is evident that these atmospheric conditions have and
are likely to produce a risk of severe weather in this region. As
far as SPC's Day 1 outlook is concerned, we mostly remain in the
same risk as before, however the "Moderate" risk (4/5) has been
extended into the southeastern part of our area.

As far as other hazards to be highlighted, gusty winds and Flash
Flooding will be likely as well. A strengthening pressure gradient
on the eastern side of the deepening trough will create strong
gradient winds. Sustained winds of 20-30 mph and gusts between 40-50
mph will be likely. Due to this, an "Elevated" threat of flash
flooding has put into the HWO and a Wind Advisory is in effect until
this evening. Broad ascent and deep layer moisture combined with
antecedent moist soil from a previous system will create ripe
conditions for heavy rainfall and flash flooding. This will also
warrant an "Elevated" in the HWO and a Flash Flood Watch that will
remain in effect until this evening. With all of this in mind, we
stress the importance of remaining weather aware today as this
complex system evolves into the daytime hours and could potentially
create dangerous conditions throughout the course of today. /AJ/

Wednesday through Monday night: It will be dry through the period
with cooler than normal temperatures through Saturday night. Near
normal temperatures are expected Sunday with warmer than normal
temperatures Sunday night through Monday night. Come Wednesday
morning our CWA will be in the dry slot of the large nearly stacked
low pressure system to our north. Several shortwaves will round the
base of the closed low as it slowly lifts out to the northeast
through Friday only to be replaced by another closed low swinging
across the Great Lakes region through Saturday. As a result our
winds aloft will remain out of the northwest until Monday. At the
surface, high pressure will remain to our west and north helping to
keep the Gulf closed until Sunday night when a surface high will
become centered to our east while a surface low develops to our
west. This will result in return flow back across our region going
into Monday helping to provide the warmer temperatures. /22/

&&

.AVIATION...
12Z TAF discussion:
All sites are and will continue to experience MVFR/IFR conditions
for the remainder of the TAF period. GLH will encounter +TS by 12z
as a line of storms slowly move into our area. Low stratus and -RA
will continue throughout the morning until the main line of storms
moves through in the afternoon. Expect conditions to remain MVFR
after 00z due to low stratus. PIB/HBG may experience patchy FG
overnight. /AJ/

&&

.PRELIMINARY POINT TEMPS/POPS...
Jackson       77  48  64  42 /  98  55   1   2
Meridian      77  53  68  42 /  93  94   5   4
Vicksburg     77  46  63  42 /  98  21   1   1
Hattiesburg   77  54  69  42 /  97  87   6   5
Natchez       76  46  63  42 /  98  19   0   1
Greenville    71  46  58  41 /  99  14   1   1
Greenwood     74  48  59  42 /  97  45   3   1

&&

.JAN WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
MS...Flood Watch from 1 PM CDT this afternoon through late tonight
     for MSZ039-045-046-051-052-056>058-064>066-072>074.

     Wind Advisory until 9 PM CDT this evening for MSZ018-019-025>066-
     072>074.

     Flood Watch through this evening for MSZ018-019-025>038-040>044-
     047>050-053>055-059>063.

LA...Wind Advisory until 9 PM CDT this evening for LAZ007>009-015-016-
     023>026.

     Flood Watch through this evening for LAZ007>009-015-016-023>026.

AR...Wind Advisory until 9 PM CDT this evening for ARZ074-075.

     Flood Watch through this evening for ARZ074-075.

&&

DL/AJ/22
Hazardous weather outlook, Mar 22, 3:02 AM CST, 7 hours 24 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Jackson MS
402 AM CDT Tue Mar 22 2022

ARZ074-075-LAZ007-008-MSZ018-019-025-026-029-034-230915-
Ashley-Chicot-Morehouse-West Carroll-Bolivar-Sunflower-Leflore-
Grenada-Webster-Washington-
402 AM CDT Tue Mar 22 2022

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

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight

SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS
THREAT...Slight
TIMING...Today through Tonight

FLOODING
THREAT...Elevated
TIMING...Today

NON-THUNDERSTORM WINDS
THREAT...Elevated
TIMING...Today

Today through tonight, severe thunderstorms and tornadoes are
possible. Some thunderstorms could produce damaging winds to
60 mph and hail at least to the size of quarters.

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

Today, areas of flash flooding likely and some roads could be
flooded or closed. Some structures may be potentially threatened
by high water. Minor river flooding is also possible.

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

Today, 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.

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

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Wednesday through Monday

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.

MSZ032-033-038-044-230915-
Choctaw-Oktibbeha-Winston-Leake-
402 AM CDT Tue Mar 22 2022

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

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight

SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS
THREAT...Enhanced
TIMING...Today through Tonight

FLOODING
THREAT...Elevated
TIMING...Mainly Today

NON-THUNDERSTORM WINDS
THREAT...Elevated
TIMING...Today

Today through tonight, severe thunderstorms are likely and
tornadoes are possible. Some thunderstorms may produce damaging
winds up to 70 mph and large hail up to golf ball size.

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

Mainly today, areas of flash flooding likely and some roads could
be flooded or closed. Some structures may be potentially
threatened by high water. Minor river flooding is also possible.

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

Today, 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.

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

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Wednesday through Monday

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.

LAZ009-015-016-023>025-MSZ027-028-035>037-040>043-047-230915-
East Carroll-Richland-Madison LA-Franklin LA-Catahoula-Tensas-
Carroll-Montgomery-Humphreys-Holmes-Attala-Issaquena-Sharkey-
Yazoo-Madison MS-Warren-
402 AM CDT Tue Mar 22 2022

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

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight

SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS
THREAT...Enhanced
TIMING...Today through Tonight

FLOODING
THREAT...Elevated
TIMING...Today

NON-THUNDERSTORM WINDS
THREAT...Elevated
TIMING...Today

Today through tonight, severe thunderstorms are likely and
tornadoes are possible. Some thunderstorms may produce damaging
winds up to 70 mph and large hail up to golf ball size.

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

Today, areas of flash flooding likely and some roads could be
flooded or closed. Some structures may be potentially threatened
by high water. Minor river flooding is also possible.

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

Today, 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.

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

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Wednesday through Monday

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.

MSZ030-031-230915-
Clay-Lowndes-
402 AM CDT Tue Mar 22 2022

This hazardous weather outlook is for portions of northeast
Mississippi.

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight

SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS
THREAT...Slight
TIMING...Today through Tonight

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

NON-THUNDERSTORM WINDS
THREAT...Elevated
TIMING...Today

Today through tonight, severe thunderstorms and tornadoes are
possible. Some thunderstorms could produce damaging winds to
60 mph and hail at least to the size of quarters.

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

Today through tonight, areas of flash flooding likely and some
roads could be flooded or closed. Some structures may be
potentially threatened by high water. Minor river flooding is
also possible.

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

Today, 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.

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

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Wednesday through Monday

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.

MSZ039-045-046-230915-
Noxubee-Neshoba-Kemper-
402 AM CDT Tue Mar 22 2022

This hazardous weather outlook is for portions of east central
Mississippi.

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight

SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS
THREAT...Enhanced
TIMING...Today through Tonight

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

NON-THUNDERSTORM WINDS
THREAT...Elevated
TIMING...Today

Today through tonight, severe thunderstorms are likely and
tornadoes are possible. Some thunderstorms may produce damaging
winds up to 70 mph and large hail up to golf ball size.

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

Today through tonight, areas of flash flooding likely and some
roads could be flooded or closed. Some structures may be
potentially threatened by high water. Minor river flooding is
also possible.

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

Today, 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.

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

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Wednesday through Monday

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.

LAZ026-MSZ048-049-053-054-059>063-230915-
Concordia-Hinds-Rankin-Claiborne-Copiah-Jefferson-Adams-
Franklin MS-Lincoln-Lawrence-
402 AM CDT Tue Mar 22 2022

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

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight

SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS
THREAT...Moderate
TIMING...Today through Tonight

FLOODING
THREAT...Elevated
TIMING...Today

NON-THUNDERSTORM WINDS
THREAT...Elevated
TIMING...Today

Today through tonight, significant severe thunderstorms and
tornadoes are likely with strong tornadoes possible. Some
thunderstorms could also produce damaging winds up to 70 mph and
large hail up to at least golf ball size.

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

Today, areas of flash flooding likely and some roads could be
flooded or closed. Some structures may be potentially threatened
by high water. Minor river flooding is also possible.

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

Today, 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.

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

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Wednesday through Monday

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.

MSZ051-052-056>058-066-074-230915-
Newton-Lauderdale-Smith-Jasper-Clarke-Jones-Forrest-
402 AM CDT Tue Mar 22 2022

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

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight

SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS
THREAT...Moderate
TIMING...Today through Tonight

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

NON-THUNDERSTORM WINDS
THREAT...Elevated
TIMING...Today

Today through tonight, significant severe thunderstorms and
tornadoes are likely with strong tornadoes possible. Some
thunderstorms could also produce damaging winds up to 70 mph and
large hail up to at least golf ball size.

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

Today through tonight, areas of flash flooding likely and some
roads could be flooded or closed. Some structures may be
potentially threatened by high water. Minor river flooding is
also possible.

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

Today, 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.

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

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Wednesday through Monday

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.

MSZ050-055-064-065-072-073-230915-
Scott-Simpson-Jefferson Davis-Covington-Marion-Lamar-
402 AM CDT Tue Mar 22 2022

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

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight

SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS
THREAT...Moderate
TIMING...Today through Tonight

FLOODING
THREAT...Elevated
TIMING...Mainly Today

NON-THUNDERSTORM WINDS
THREAT...Elevated
TIMING...Today

Today through tonight, significant severe thunderstorms and
tornadoes are likely with strong tornadoes possible. Some
thunderstorms could also produce damaging winds up to 70 mph and
large hail up to at least golf ball size.

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

Mainly today, areas of flash flooding likely and some roads could
be flooded or closed. Some structures may be potentially
threatened by high water. Minor river flooding is also possible.

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

Today, 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.

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

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Wednesday through Monday

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.

33

&&

...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.

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In the hours before

Special weather statement, Mar 22, 8:33 AM CST, 1 hour 53 minutes before
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Jackson MS
933 AM CDT Tue Mar 22 2022

LAZ007>009-015-221500-
Morehouse LA-Richland LA-East Carroll LA-West Carroll LA-
933 AM CDT Tue Mar 22 2022

...A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of southeastern
Morehouse, southwestern East Carroll, northeastern Richland and
southwestern West Carroll Parishes through 1000 AM CDT...

At 933 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Rayville, moving northeast at 50 mph.

HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 mph and penny size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
         unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
         possible.

This strong thunderstorm will be near...
  Warden around 945 AM CDT.
  Darnell and Goodwill around 955 AM CDT.

Other locations impacted by this storm include Pioneer, Oak Ridge and
Epps.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.

Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.

A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 200 PM CDT for northeastern
Louisiana.

&&

LAT...LON 3287 9157 3261 9130 3254 9143 3253 9147
      3251 9148 3234 9177 3264 9183
TIME...MOT...LOC 1433Z 231DEG 42KT 3254 9171

MAX HAIL SIZE...0.75 IN
MAX WIND GUST...40 MPH

TW
Special weather statement, Mar 22, 8:50 AM CST, 1 hour 36 minutes before
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Jackson MS
950 AM CDT Tue Mar 22 2022

ARZ075-LAZ008-009-MSZ034-040-221530-
Chicot AR-East Carroll LA-West Carroll LA-Washington MS-Issaquena MS-
950 AM CDT Tue Mar 22 2022

...A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of south central Chicot
County, East Carroll and northern West Carroll Parishes, southwestern
Washington and northwestern Issaquena Counties through 1030 AM CDT...

At 950 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Darnell, or 18 miles west of Transylvania, moving northeast at 55
mph.

HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and penny size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
         unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
         possible.

This strong thunderstorm will be near...
  Oak Grove around 1005 AM CDT.
  Lake Providence and Shelburn around 1010 AM CDT.
  Millikin and Gassoway around 1015 AM CDT.
  Glen Allan around 1025 AM CDT.
  Grace around 1030 AM CDT.

Other locations impacted by this storm include Mayersville, Kilbourne
and Forest.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.

Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.

A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 200 PM CDT for northeastern
Louisiana.

&&

LAT...LON 3288 9155 3288 9151 3289 9150 3290 9150
      3293 9148 3294 9148 3297 9144 3299 9144
      3316 9124 3302 9091 3294 9091 3289 9094
      3286 9094 3285 9096 3281 9097 3261 9130
      3286 9156
TIME...MOT...LOC 1450Z 227DEG 49KT 3271 9150

MAX HAIL SIZE...0.75 IN
MAX WIND GUST...50 MPH

TW
Local storm report, Mar 22, 10:02 AM CST, 24 minutes before
PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE JACKSON MS
1102 AM CDT TUE MAR 22 2022

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

1027 AM     HAIL             1 SSE LAKE PROVIDENCE   32.80N 91.18W
03/22/2022  E1.00 INCH       EAST CARROLL       LA   LAW ENFORCEMENT

&&

CE
Special weather statement, Mar 22, 10:02 AM CST, 24 minutes before
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Jackson MS
1102 AM CDT Tue Mar 22 2022

LAZ025-026-MSZ059-060-221645-
Tensas LA-Concordia LA-Adams MS-Jefferson MS-
1102 AM CDT Tue Mar 22 2022

...A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of south central Tensas
and northern Concordia Parishes, western Jefferson and northeastern
Adams Counties through 1145 AM CDT...

At 1102 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Frogmore, or 7 miles north of Monterey, moving northeast at 50 mph.

HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
         unsecured objects.

This strong thunderstorm will be near...
  Ferriday and West Ferriday around 1115 AM CDT.
  Natchez, Vidalia, Clayton and Spokane around 1120 AM CDT.
  Stanton around 1135 AM CDT.
  Church Hill around 1140 AM CDT.

Other locations impacted by this storm include Ridgecrest.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.

This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.

A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 200 PM CDT for northeastern
Louisiana. A Tornado Watch also remains in effect until 700 PM CDT
for southwestern Mississippi.

&&

LAT...LON 3165 9177 3161 9174 3164 9171 3167 9171
      3174 9157 3172 9155 3175 9154 3188 9127
      3161 9115 3158 9116 3142 9176 3143 9176
      3144 9173 3145 9172 3147 9173 3147 9178
      3150 9179 3153 9178 3155 9181 3160 9182
TIME...MOT...LOC 1602Z 246DEG 42KT 3155 9168

MAX HAIL SIZE...0.00 IN
MAX WIND GUST...50 MPH

DL

The radar

The Jackson/Brandon,MS radar (KDGX), 96 km away, was scanning. The volume nearest the first event began at 16:27 UTC.

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35 tornado, 33 thunderstorm wind, 1 hail. Local standard time, as filed.

Tornado, Warren

When
March 22, 10:26 AM CST to 10:31 AM CST
Where
Warren County, 6.92 mi WNW of Magnolia Heliport to 4.14 mi W of National Cemetery
Rating
EFU
Path length
3.46 mi
Path width
50 yd
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.385, -90.999

This tornado began near Thomastown Road in eastern Madison Parish, Louisiana. This is where a few trees were downed then continued across the Louisiana levee of the Mississippi River. To the east of the levee several trees were snapped along a tree line. |As the tornado continued eastward, crossing into Mississippi, the path became inaccessible due to the Mississippi River and flooded areas on the Mississippi side between the Yazoo and Mississippi rivers. However, a Tornado Debris Signature (TDS) was noted continuing eastward into Mississippi. The tornado ended before reaching accessible areas and the damage path and end point are estimated with radar data. Maximum winds on the Mississippi side are unknown. The maximum estimated winds for the entire tornado was 95 mph. The total path length was 6.57 miles.

Tornado, Warren

When
March 22, 10:29 AM CST to 10:31 AM CST
Where
Warren County, 2.76 mi S of Eagle Bend to 2.82 mi SSE of Eagle Bend
Rating
EF0
Path length
0.58 mi
Path width
50 yd
Property damage
$25,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.480, -91.000

A brief tornado occurred on the south end of Eagle Lake. As the tornado crossed Eagle Lake Shore Rd, a metal roof was removed and blown downwind and a few power poles were downed. There was also siding and fence damage in the area, but the bulk of the damage was in a very concentrated area while nearby wind-prone structures were not damaged. The tornado lifted shortly thereafter. Maximum estimated wind speed was 85mph.

Thunderstorm Wind, Humphreys

When
March 22, 10:29 AM CST
Where
Humphreys County, 0.68 mi NE of Belzoni
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
33.186, -90.491

A power pole was blown down north of Belzoni and a tree was blown down in town.

Thunderstorm Wind, Adams

When
March 22, 10:40 AM CST
Where
Adams County, 0.5 mi SE of Natchez
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$8,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
31.565, -91.394

A tree was blown over onto a shed near the intersection of St Mary and North Rankin streets.

Tornado, Warren

When
March 22, 10:43 AM CST to 10:45 AM CST
Where
Warren County, 0.51 mi SE of Redwood to 1.48 mi E of Redwood
Rating
EF0
Path length
1.11 mi
Path width
50 yd
Property damage
$15,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.476, -90.813

This brief tornado snapped large branches and sporadic small trees as it crossed US 61 in Redwood. As it continued eastward across Opperman Road and Redwood Road, a small shed was blown apart, skirting on a mobile home was damaged and additional relatively minor tree damage occurred. The tornado is believed to have ended shortly thereafter just north of Redwood Road. Maximum estimated wind speed was 80mph.

Thunderstorm Wind, Leflore

When
March 22, 10:49 AM CST
Where
Leflore County, 1.15 mi E of Morgan City
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Social Media
Coordinates
33.380, -90.350

Several trees were blown down in Morgan City.

Thunderstorm Wind, Adams

When
March 22, 10:50 AM CST
Where
Adams County, 3.26 mi NNW of Kingston
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
31.462, -91.304

Trees were blown down on Ogden and Liberty roads.

Tornado, Warren

When
March 22, 10:58 AM CST to 11:05 AM CST
Where
Warren County, 3.87 mi SSE of Beechwood to 2.97 mi SSE of Bovina
Rating
EF1
Path length
6.05 mi
Path width
350 yd
Continued into
Hinds, Ms (JAN)
Property damage
$50,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.280, -90.800

An EF-1 tornado developed midday of March 22nd near the intersection of China Grove Road and Countryside Road, where it uprooted and snapped a few softwood trees consistent with EF-0 damage. It moved east-northeast and crossed US 45 where it snapped softwood trees along the west east side of Highway 27, where trees and powerlines were downed. The tornado then moved across Bovina Cutoff Road where at least two outbuildings suffered heavy roof damage and a large swath of trees in a mixed forest was knocked down. The trees were observed to have fallen in a convergent pattern and it was at this location that the tornado reached maximum intensity at EF-1 with approximately 105 mph winds. The tornado continued eastward across the Big Black River into Hinds County until reaching Smith Station Road where the tin from an outbuilding was lofted and thrown. The tornado then moved across the town of Edwards along a line from Potato House Rd., across Mt. Moriah Rd, and onto Vicksburg St. It was at this time that the tornado began to move more easterly and|into northeastern portions of town, with impacts noted along portions of Montgomery St. In Edwards, the primary damage incurred was due to falling trees with impacts suggesting an EF-0 rating. From Edwards, the tornado continued east along Interstate 20 where it briefly re-intensified to EF-1 intensity, downing dozens of trees and causing roof damage to outbuildings and residences. At one location just north of I-20, a large tree fell through a home causing significant damage as it fell through the roof and a wall. Additional snapped trees in mixed forest was noted near I-20 in the vicinity of Bolton-Edwards Elementary school on the I-20 frontage road as the tornado dissipated.|Additional downstream damage was isolated and scattered and likely associated with straight-line winds where trees and power lines were downed. The total path length of the tornado was around 14.8 miles. The maximum estimated wind speed of the tornado was 105 mph, which occurred in Warren County.

Tornado, Yazoo

When
March 22, 11:04 AM CST to 11:05 AM CST
Where
Yazoo County, 1.57 mi NNE of Germania to 1.58 mi S of Mechanicsburg
Rating
EFU
Path length
0.73 mi
Path width
50 yd
Reported by
Storm Chaser
Coordinates
32.621, -90.590

A storm chaser captured video of a brief tornado south of Satartia and west of MS Highway 3 in the vicinity of Dixie Farm Road. No damage was found during a survey of the area, so the tornado was rated EF-Unknown.

Tornado, Hinds

When
March 22, 11:05 AM CST to 11:13 AM CST
Where
Hinds County, 3.24 mi SW of Smiths to 2.33 mi W of Champion Hill
Rating
EF1
Path length
8.79 mi
Path width
100 yd
Property damage
$125,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.313, -90.704

An EF-1 tornado developed midday of March 22nd near the intersection of China Grove Road and Countryside Road, where it uprooted and snapped a few softwood trees consistent with EF-0 damage. It moved east-northeast and crossed US 45 where it snapped softwood trees along the west east side of Highway 27, where trees and powerlines were downed. The tornado then moved across Bovina Cutoff Road where at least two outbuildings suffered heavy roof damage and a large swath of trees in a mixed forest was knocked down. The trees were observed to have fallen in a convergent pattern and it was at this location that the tornado reached maximum intensity at EF-1 with approximately 105 mph winds. The tornado continued eastward across the Big Black River into Hinds County until reaching Smith Station Road where the tin from an outbuilding was lofted and thrown. The tornado then moved across the town of Edwards along a line from Potato House Rd., across Mt. Moriah Rd, and onto Vicksburg St. It was at this time that the tornado began to move more easterly and into northeastern portions of town, with impacts noted along portions of Montgomery St. In Edwards, the primary damage incurred was due to falling trees with impacts suggesting an EF-0 rating. From Edwards, the tornado continued east along Interstate 20 where it briefly re-intensified to EF-1 intensity, downing dozens of trees and causing roof damage to outbuildings and residences. At one location just north of I-20, a large tree fell through a home causing significant damage as it fell through the roof and a wall. Additional snapped trees in mixed forest was noted near I-20 in the vicinity of Bolton-Edwards Elementary school on the I-20 frontage road as the tornado dissipated. Additional downstream damage was isolated and scattered and likely associated with straight-line winds where trees and power lines were downed. The total path length of the tornado was around 14.8 miles. The maximum estimated wind speed of the tornado was 105 mph, which occurred in Warren County. Maximum estimated winds were 90mph in Hinds County.

Thunderstorm Wind, Leflore

When
March 22, 11:06 AM CST
Where
Leflore County, Greenwood
Measured
55 kt (63 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$20,000
Reported by
Broadcast Media
Coordinates
33.520, -90.180

Multiple utility poles were snapped in Greenwood.

Tornado, Hinds

When
March 22, 11:11 AM CST to 11:19 AM CST
Where
Hinds County, 1.34 mi NE of Mt Beulah to 1.23 mi NW of Bolton
Rating
EF2
Path length
7.75 mi
Path width
500 yd
Property damage
$225,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.366, -90.617

This EF2 tornado began along Hill Road near the intersection with Goat Hill Road and continued eastward across Anderson Road producing tree damage. The tornado roughly paralleled MS Highway 22 from near Good Hope Road to near Murrays Road. In this corridor, tree damage became more prolific, with several structures damaged and some power poles snapped as well. Part of the roof of a mobile home was removed along Good Hope Road. Roofing sections were removed or roofing material was damaged on several homes and a church along Highway 22. The greatest damage occurred along Bradley Road, where the entire roof of a home was removed and a high concentration of trees were snapped. Two to three manufactured homes experienced varying degrees of damage along this road as well. The tornado then briefly paralleled Interstate 20 for a few miles between Farr Road and the west side of Bolton before lifting. Along this stretch, several trees were snapped or uprooted and multiple homes or outbuildings experienced metal roof or shingle damage. Trees also damaged a house and an outbuilding in this area. The maximum estimated winds were 120 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind, Leflore

When
March 22, 11:11 AM CST
Where
Leflore County, 0.67 mi S of Browning
Measured
55 kt (63 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$75,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
33.510, -90.119

Several power poles were snapped along Highway 82 in Browning. In addition, two homes sustained damage from falling trees.

Tornado, Hinds

When
March 22, 11:13 AM CST to 11:21 AM CST
Where
Hinds County, 6.56 mi W of Orange Hill to 1.76 mi E of Coxs Ferry
Rating
EF2
Path length
8.55 mi
Path width
880 yd
Continued into
Madison, Ms (JAN)
Crop damage
$50,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.484, -90.591

This tornado began along the Big Black River in far northern Hinds County and tracked eastward through private hunting property along Halifax Road, where it produced significant damage to a dense oak forest. In one swath extending along and just north of Halifax Road, there was a broad swath of downed trees apparent in satellite imagery. As the tornado continued to parallel the road, it resulted in continued tree damage eastward to the intersection with Farr Road. The tornado continued eastward across Richardson Road continuing to down numerous trees. Tree damage again became more concentrated in the vicinity of Richardson Road and Cox Ferry Road. It continued to produce additional tree damage along Johnson Line Road and along Joe Hall Road, where it ended just after crossing into southwestern Madison County. Total path length was 8.6 miles. Maximum width for the tornado was half a mile.

Thunderstorm Wind, Carroll

When
March 22, 11:19 AM CST
Where
Carroll County, 2.99 mi NNE of Teoc
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
33.620, -90.050

Trees were blown down along County Road 193.

Tornado, Hinds

When
March 22, 11:20 AM CST to 11:22 AM CST
Where
Hinds County, 0.83 mi WSW of Coxs Ferry to 1.83 mi ENE of Coxs Ferry
Rating
EF1
Path length
2.66 mi
Path width
800 yd
Continued into
Madison, Ms (JAN)
Property damage
$20,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.518, -90.494

The tornado began in far northern Hinds county in the bottom lands of the Yazoo River. The tornado uprooted and snapped trees for nearly 10 miles along Cox Ferry Road. The storm was most intense with winds of 100 mph near Waldrup Road, where swaths of|trees were mowed down and a large section of the roof was removed from a home. The storm was nearly 0.70 tenths of a mile at the widest. The storm lifted near Cox Ferry and Old Highway 49 just outside Flora. Maximum estimated wind speed in Hinds county was 95mph. Total path length was around 9 miles. Max width for the tornado was 800 yard.

Tornado, Madison

When
March 22, 11:21 AM CST to 11:22 AM CST
Where
Madison County, 7.91 mi WSW of Flora to 7.83 mi WSW of Flora
Rating
EF1
Path length
0.08 mi
Path width
50 yd
Property damage
$2,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.517, -90.450

This tornado began along the Big Black River in far northern Hinds County and tracked eastward through private hunting property along Halifax Road, where it produced significant damage to a dense oak forest. In one swath extending along and just north of Halifax Road, there was a broad swath of downed trees apparent in satellite imagery. As the tornado continued to parallel the road, it resulted in continued tree damage eastward to the intersection with Farr Road. The tornado continued eastward across Richardson Road continuing to down numerous trees. Tree damage again became more concentrated in the vicinity of Richardson Road and Cox Ferry Road. It continued to produce additional tree damage along Johnson Line Road and along Joe Hall Road, where it ended just after crossing into southwestern Madison County. Maximum estimated wind speed for Madison county was 90mph. Total path length was 8.6 miles. Maximum width for the tornado was half a mile.

Tornado, Madison

When
March 22, 11:22 AM CST to 11:28 AM CST
Where
Madison County, 7.72 mi WSW of Flora to 1.55 mi WNW of Flora
Rating
EF1
Path length
6.39 mi
Path width
800 yd
Property damage
$50,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.528, -90.450

The tornado began in far northern Hinds county in the bottom lands of the Yazoo River. The tornado uprooted and snapped trees for nearly 10 miles along Cox Ferry Road. The storm was most intense with winds of 100 mph near Waldrup Road, where swaths of|trees were mowed down and a large section of the roof was removed from a home. The storm was nearly 0.70 tenths of a mile at the widest. The storm lifted near Cox Ferry and Old Highway 49 just outside Flora. Total path length was around 9 miles. Max width for the tornado was 800 yard.

Tornado, Hinds

When
March 22, 11:24 AM CST to 11:31 AM CST
Where
Hinds County, 4.11 mi NE of Bolton to 4.71 mi NNW of Clinton
Rating
EF1
Path length
3.33 mi
Path width
300 yd
Property damage
$15,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.385, -90.413

This tornado touched down along West Northside Drive, causing minor tree damage. It continued east-northeast along N Norrell Road, McAlpin Road, before crossing Williamson Road. Trees and limbs were downed along the path, including damage to a shed. The tornado lifted soon thereafter. Maximum estimated winds were 90mph.

Thunderstorm Wind, Yazoo

When
March 22, 11:25 AM CST
Where
Yazoo County, 1.87 mi ESE of Yazoo City
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$65,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.840, -90.390

The roof was blown off a business on Highway 49 in Yazoo City. Power lines were also down and a tree fell onto a home.

Tornado, Madison

When
March 22, 11:29 AM CST to 11:33 AM CST
Where
Madison County, 1.23 mi N of Flora to 0.59 mi SSW of Flora Lane Arpt
Rating
EF1
Path length
2.58 mi
Path width
350 yd
Property damage
$75,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.568, -90.316

The tornado began in a small community near Kearney Park Road where the roof was blown off the back half of a mobile home. Siding was also ripped off of the sides. A detached carport at a nearby home was destroyed and blown across the yard. In addition, a large section of shingles and covering underneath were ripped off a mobile home across the street and a large pine tree behind the home had several large limbs snapped. The tornado tracked east across Harris and Cane Creek Roads, uprooting and snapping trees along the path. The tornado was rated an EF-1 with 90 mph winds at the peak intensity.

Thunderstorm Wind, Madison

When
March 22, 11:29 AM CST
Where
Madison County, 0.33 mi NNW of Flora
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.554, -90.323

Roofing material was blown off the Hometown Hardware building in Flora.

Tornado, Yazoo

When
March 22, 11:30 AM CST to 11:35 AM CST
Where
Yazoo County, 2.72 mi NE of Bentonia to 4.26 mi SSE of Myrleville
Rating
EF1
Path length
4.34 mi
Path width
600 yd
Continued into
Madison, Ms (JAN)
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.658, -90.338

The tornado mainly caused tree damage and likely began in a wooded area just north of the intersection near Rosehill and Highway 433. The tornado move east across the area, mainly staying in wooded areas, where numerous large limbs were snapped. The tornado intensified in a wooded area off of Scotland Road, where several large trees were uprooted and some snapped. Aerial imagery indicates the tornado path continued eastward along the Big Black River crossing briefly into far northwestern Madison County before lifting. Maximum estimated winds of the tornado was 95mph, total path length was around 5.5 miles and width was 600 yards.

Tornado, Madison

When
March 22, 11:35 AM CST to 11:37 AM CST
Where
Madison County, 4.84 mi NNW of Stokes to 4.41 mi NNW of Stokes
Rating
EFU
Path length
0.99 mi
Path width
50 yd
Continued into
Yazoo, Ms (JAN)
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.660, -90.263

The tornado mainly caused tree damage and likely began in a wooded area just north of the intersection near Rosehill and Highway 433. The tornado move east across the area, mainly staying in wooded areas, where numerous large limbs were snapped. The tornado intensified in a wooded area off of Scotland Road, where several large trees were uprooted and some snapped. Aerial imagery indicates the tornado path continued eastward along the Big Black River crossing briefly into far northwestern Madison County before lifting. Maximum estimated winds of the tornado was 95mph, total path length was around 5.5 miles and width was 600 yards.

Tornado, Yazoo

When
March 22, 11:35 AM CST to 11:37 AM CST
Where
Yazoo County, 2.13 mi S of Pierce Xrd to 1.57 mi WSW of Midway
Rating
EF1
Path length
1.4 mi
Path width
550 yd
Property damage
$40,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.869, -90.249

The tornado moved through rural parts of northern Yazoo County. Snapped limbs could be seen in fields along the roads between Niven Road and Johnston Road. The tornado uprooted numerous trees and snapped large limbs in a community off Johnston Road. One home had a large portion of metal roofing lifted off. The tornado continued to snap trees with a few uprooted as it moved east. Mostly tree damage was observed on Chew Forks Road. The tornado dissipated in a wooded area between Chew Forks Road and Odum Road a few miles north of Highway 433. Estimated peak winds were 90 mph.

Tornado, Yazoo

When
March 22, 11:37 AM CST to 11:38 AM CST
Where
Yazoo County, 4.25 mi SSW of Scotland Fork to 4.24 mi SSW of Scotland Fork
Rating
EFU
Path length
0.06 mi
Path width
50 yd
Continued into
Madison, Ms (JAN)
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.660, -90.246

The tornado mainly caused tree damage and likely began in a wooded area just north of the intersection near Rosehill and Highway 433. The tornado move east across the area, mainly staying in wooded areas, where numerous large limbs were snapped. The tornado intensified in a wooded area off of Scotland Road, where several large trees were uprooted and some snapped. Aerial imagery indicates the tornado path continued eastward along the Big Black River crossing briefly into far northwestern Madison County before lifting. Maximum estimated winds of the tornado was 95mph, total path length was around 5.5 miles and width was 600 yards.

Thunderstorm Wind, Hinds

When
March 22, 11:38 AM CST
Where
Hinds County, 0.9 mi NW of Clinton
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$1,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.340, -90.340

A large tree was uprooted in Clinton. Limbs were also blown down just northeast of Clinton along Kickapoo Road.

Tornado, Madison

When
March 22, 11:38 AM CST to 11:39 AM CST
Where
Madison County, 4.24 mi SSW of Scotland Fork to 4.23 mi S of Scotland Fork
Rating
EF0
Path length
0.12 mi
Path width
25 yd
Property damage
$100
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.660, -90.245

The tornado mainly caused tree damage and likely began in a wooded area just north of the intersection near Rosehill and Highway 433. The tornado move east across the area, mainly staying in wooded areas, where numerous large limbs were snapped. The tornado intensified in a wooded area off of Scotland Road, where several large trees were uprooted and some snapped. Aerial imagery indicates the tornado path continued eastward along the Big Black River crossing briefly into far northwestern Madison County before lifting. Maximum estimated winds of the tornado was 95mph, total path length was around 5.5 miles and width was 600 yards.

Tornado, Madison

When
March 22, 11:42 AM CST to 11:50 AM CST
Where
Madison County, 0.75 mi SE of Rocky Hill to 1.43 mi N of Ridgeland
Rating
EF1
Path length
5 mi
Path width
250 yd
Property damage
$75,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.421, -90.213

This tornado began near Rouser Road, just north of the Natchez Trace Parkway. It continued northeast before crossing Powell and North Livingston roads. It then continued into a subdivision, downing trees and snapping large limbs on Bridgewater Boulevard, Red Leaf Cove and Patterson Crossing. The tornado continued across Little Creek Road, causing minor tree damage and a tree fell on a home and a barn. Little damage was observed from this point to just west of Interstate 55 where the tornado began to re-strengthen. Large branches were downed on the west side of the interstate, and a large swath of trees were downed just north of Colony Park Blvd. The tornado then weakened and dissipated south of Dominican Drive. Maximum estimated winds were 90mph.

Tornado, Yazoo

When
March 22, 11:44 AM CST to 11:51 AM CST
Where
Yazoo County, 3.06 mi SSE of Berryville to 2.82 mi S of Vaughan
Rating
EF1
Path length
6.53 mi
Path width
200 yd
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.709, -90.149

A tornado developed in southeast Yazoo county southeast of Campbell Rd just north of the Big Black River. The tornado continued northeast just to the north of the river until it neared highway 16 where it reached peak intensity. The damage along the highway was consistent with an EF-1 tornado with maximum winds to approximately 95 mph. Numerous trees were downed in mixed forest in the vicinity. The tornado continued northeast where it crossed interstate 55 doing additional tree damage. The tornado then dissipated near the Big Black River before crossing into Madison County.

Thunderstorm Wind, Madison

When
March 22, 11:47 AM CST
Where
Madison County, 1.83 mi W of Ridgeland
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$2,000
Reported by
Social Media
Coordinates
32.430, -90.161

A tree was blown down across Old Agency Road near the Dinsmor Crossing.

Thunderstorm Wind, Madison

When
March 22, 11:47 AM CST
Where
Madison County, 2.23 mi NW of Ridgeland
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
Social Media
Coordinates
32.450, -90.160

A power pole was blown down onto a tractor shed along Rolling Meadows Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Madison

When
March 22, 11:48 AM CST
Where
Madison County, 3.75 mi WNW of Davis
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$2,000
Reported by
Amateur Radio
Coordinates
32.700, -90.090

Trees partially blocked Highway 16.

Tornado, Holmes

When
March 22, 11:49 AM CST to 11:57 AM CST
Where
Holmes County, 1.23 mi W of Crossing to 3.8 mi NNW of Lexington Ca Moor Ar
Rating
EF1
Path length
7.43 mi
Path width
700 yd
Property damage
$50,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
33.119, -90.151

The tornado began near Howard Road, snapping large branches and snapping and uprooting trees as it moved over Jones Crossing Road and Camp Hidden Lake. The tornado strengthened after crossing Mississippi Highway 12, snapping a large percentage of trees in the area along Old Tchula Road near Chinqupin Road. Numerous trees were also snapped and uprooted along Upper Louisville Road, where the field of damage was widest. It continued northeastward across Lower Louisville Road and Mississippi Highway 17 before ending shortly thereafter. Much of the damage along Highway 17 was confined to several downed trees and large tree limbs, but there was also sporadic structural damage, primarily to outbuildings. The maximum estimated wind speed with this tornado was 110 mph.

Tornado, Copiah

When
March 22, 11:49 AM CST to 11:57 AM CST
Where
Copiah County, 3.49 mi WNW of Gallman to 1.29 mi S of Crystal Spgs
Rating
EF0
Path length
4.87 mi
Path width
100 yd
Property damage
$75,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
31.958, -90.450

This EF0 tornado began in a wooded area west of Millsaps Road and continued eastward producing mainly tree damage along Raymond Road, Tanyard Road, and Burney Road. The tornado then became more intermittent as it continued eastward. Along US Highway 51 much of a metal roof was blown off a business and multiple trees were downed, including one on a house. The tornado lifted in the area of Experiment Station Road and Thomas Road, where additional large limbs were downed. The maximum estimated wind speed with this tornado was 85 mph.

Tornado, Holmes

When
March 22, 11:52 AM CST to 12:04 PM CST
Where
Holmes County, 4.65 mi WNW of Pickens to 1.02 mi NE of Goodman
Rating
EF1
Path length
10.14 mi
Path width
700 yd
Continued into
Attala, Ms (JAN)
Property damage
$600,000
Crop damage
$50,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.911, -90.041

This tornado tracked from along Ebenezer Pickens Rd where a shed was destroyed and debris strewn downstream. A travel trailer was also lofted and thrown across the roadway. The damage near this location was consistent with an EF-1 rating. The tornado continued northeast across I-55 where trees were downed. Progressing then through the city of Goodman, the tornado produced widespread tree damage as well as destroying numerous outbuildings. Roofing damage was significant across a variety of|building types including on the campus of Holmes Community College. Within Goodman, the tornado reached its maximum intensity with winds estimated at 110 mph. It continued northeast of this location across the Big Black River and into|western Attala county where it continued to produce EF-0 and EF-1 damage primarily within forested areas. The tornado dissipated along Boyette Rd. Total path length was around 14.5 miles. Max width for the tornado was 700 yards.

Thunderstorm Wind, Holmes

When
March 22, 11:56 AM CST
Where
Holmes County, 0.39 mi WSW of Lexington
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Injuries
1 direct, 0 indirect
Property damage
$15,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
33.117, -90.056

One female was injured when a tree blew over onto a home on Church Street in Lexington.

Thunderstorm Wind, Copiah

When
March 22, 11:57 AM CST
Where
Copiah County, 0.91 mi NE of Crystal Spgs
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$2,000
Reported by
Broadcast Media
Coordinates
31.990, -90.360

A metal carport was blown over.

Tornado, Madison

When
March 22, 11:59 AM CST to 12:04 PM CST
Where
Madison County, 2.7 mi WNW of Loring to Cameron
Rating
EF1
Path length
6.43 mi
Path width
200 yd
Property damage
$50,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.790, -89.970

This tornado started just west of Oaks Road near the intersection of Bill Presley Road and tracked roughly northeast for just over 6 miles. Damage along the path consisted mostly of uprooted and snapped trees along with many other broken or damaged trees. A home on Oaks Road had a porch awning torn off. Along Truitt Road, a metal shed had the tin roof blown off. Along Rocky Hill Road, a large barn had a decent section of the roof blown out. The tornado weakened as it neared Highway 17 and dissipated shortly after crossing that road.

Tornado, Attala

When
March 22, 12:04 PM CST to 12:08 PM CST
Where
Attala County, 4.78 mi SW of Boyette to 0.86 mi SSW of Boyette
Rating
EF1
Path length
4.06 mi
Path width
100 yd
Crop damage
$15,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.980, -89.887

This tornado tracked from along Ebenezer Pickens Rd where a shed was destroyed and debris strewn downstream. A travel trailer was also lofted and thrown across the roadway. The damage near this location was consistent with an EF-1 rating. The tornado continued northeast across I-55 where trees were downed. Progressing then through the city of Goodman, the tornado produced widespread tree damage as well as destroying numerous outbuildings. Roofing damage was significant across a variety of|building types including on the campus of Holmes Community College. Within Goodman, the tornado reached its maximum intensity with winds estimated at 110 mph. It continued northeast of this location across the Big Black River and into|western Attala county where it continued to produce EF-0 and EF-1 damage primarily within forested areas. The tornado dissipated along Boyette Rd. Total path length was around 14.5 miles. Max width for the tornado was 700 yards. Maximum estimated winds in Attala County was 90 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind, Carroll

When
March 22, 12:07 PM CST
Where
Carroll County, 0.58 mi E of Black Hawk
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
33.330, -90.010

Several trees were blown down along Highway 430 and Highway 17.

Thunderstorm Wind, Madison

When
March 22, 12:07 PM CST
Where
Madison County, 0.58 mi W of Camden
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.780, -89.840

Several trees were blown down in Camden.

Tornado, Attala

When
March 22, 12:09 PM CST to 12:11 PM CST
Where
Attala County, 1.68 mi WNW of Sallis to 0.8 mi N of Sallis
Rating
EF1
Path length
1.53 mi
Path width
100 yd
Property damage
$15,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
33.026, -89.798

A brief EF-1 tornado with maximum winds estimated at 90 mph developed along Attala Road 4110 northwest of Sallis where it produced numerous felled trees in a convergent pattern. The tornado moved northeast from near the intersection of Attala Roads 4110 and 4121 before ending along Highway 12.

Tornado, Attala

When
March 22, 12:14 PM CST to 12:18 PM CST
Where
Attala County, 1.05 mi WNW of Weeks to 2.91 mi SSE of Possumneck
Rating
EF1
Path length
3.35 mi
Path width
200 yd
Crop damage
$25,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
33.078, -89.765

A tornado developed just west of the intersection of Attala Roads 4203 and 4210 where it downed trees before moving northeast. The tornado then crossed through dense forest where significant and uniform tree snapping was observe in predominately pine forest. The tornado reached maximum intensity during this time as it approached Attala Highway 19. The tornado weakened while continuing break large limbs and down intermittent trees before dissipating northeast of Attala Road 3015. Maximum estimated winds were 110mph.

Tornado, Carroll

When
March 22, 12:16 PM CST to 12:23 PM CST
Where
Carroll County, 2.14 mi E of Coila to 3.18 mi ESE of Carrollton
Rating
EF0
Path length
6.34 mi
Path width
400 yd
Property damage
$2,000
Crop damage
$10,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
33.402, -89.933

A brief, weak tornado developed near Big Hungry Road to the northeast of Coila in Carroll County. The tornado moved quickly northeast through forest land doing intermittent tree damage and reaching a maximum estimated intensity near 80 mph, EF-0. The tornado crossed state road 35 where it damaged a covered awning near a manufactured home. The tornado dissipated shortly after crossing the roadway within forested areas.

Thunderstorm Wind, Rankin

When
March 22, 12:16 PM CST
Where
Rankin County, Florence
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.150, -90.130

Trees and power lines were blown down in Florence.

Thunderstorm Wind, Rankin

When
March 22, 12:20 PM CST
Where
Rankin County, 1.5 mi SSW of Langford
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$1,000
Reported by
Social Media
Coordinates
32.330, -89.980

A tree was blown down across Highway 471.

Thunderstorm Wind, Carroll

When
March 22, 12:21 PM CST
Where
Carroll County, 0.58 mi E of Vaiden
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$15,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
33.330, -89.740

A home was damaged by wind on Court Street.

Thunderstorm Wind, Carroll

When
March 22, 12:22 PM CST
Where
Carroll County, 1.86 mi ESE of Carrollton
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Broadcast Media
Coordinates
33.490, -89.890

Trees were blown down near US Highway 82 and Highway 35.

Thunderstorm Wind, Attala

When
March 22, 12:28 PM CST
Where
Attala County, 5.32 mi N of Hesterville
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
33.247, -89.669

Trees were blown down at the intersection of Highway 35 and County Road 3122.

Thunderstorm Wind, Montgomery

When
March 22, 12:29 PM CST
Where
Montgomery County, 1.38 mi S of Winna Montgomery Co
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$3,000
Reported by
Social Media
Coordinates
33.450, -89.730

Trees were blown down along County Road 14.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lawrence

When
March 22, 12:30 PM CST
Where
Lawrence County, 2.13 mi SSW of Oma
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$20,000
Reported by
Social Media
Coordinates
31.722, -90.145

A tree was blown down onto a home in Oma.

Thunderstorm Wind, Grenada

When
March 22, 12:37 PM CST to 12:45 PM CST
Where
Grenada County, 1.8 mi N of Tie Plant to 2.82 mi SSW of Redding
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
33.756, -89.799

Several trees were blown down across southern portions of Grenada County.

Thunderstorm Wind, Montgomery

When
March 22, 12:37 PM CST
Where
Montgomery County, 2.84 mi NE of Poplar Creek
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Broadcast Media
Coordinates
33.379, -89.515

Several trees were blown down along Mississippi Highway 413 in southeastern Montgomery County.

Thunderstorm Wind, Choctaw

When
March 22, 12:44 PM CST to 1:12 PM CST
Where
Choctaw County, 0.77 mi SSW of French Camp to 3.78 mi ESE of Reform
Measured
55 kt (63 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$15,000
Reported by
Other Federal Agency
Coordinates
33.289, -89.405

A swath of wind brought down multiple trees across the county. In addition, trees were blown down on the Natchez Trace Parkway at mile marker 180 near French Camp.

Tornado, Scott

When
March 22, 12:45 PM CST to 12:47 PM CST
Where
Scott County, 3.7 mi NW of Lillian to 3.04 mi NNW of Lillian
Rating
EF0
Path length
1.57 mi
Path width
100 yd
Property damage
$5,000
Crop damage
$5,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.534, -89.599

A brief EF-0 tornado touched down near the intersection of Hillsboro-Ludlow Road and Andrew Watts Road and quickly moved east. A hand full of trees were uprooted or damaged along the track, and an old mobile was home damaged. The tornado dissipated after crossing Cliff Armstrong Road. Maximum estimated winds were 80mph.

Thunderstorm Wind, Leake

When
March 22, 12:54 PM CST to 1:09 PM CST
Where
Leake County, 0.76 mi N of Carthage to 3.61 mi S of Edinburg
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$12,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.741, -89.529

Several trees were blown down across eastern portions of Leake County.

Hail, Rankin

When
March 22, 1:05 PM CST
Where
Rankin County, 0.25 mi ENE of Puckett
Measured
1 in hail
Reported by
Law Enforcement
Coordinates
32.081, -89.776

Dime to quarter size hail fell in Puckett.

Thunderstorm Wind, Neshoba

When
March 22, 1:08 PM CST
Where
Neshoba County, Alice
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$4,000
Reported by
Social Media
Coordinates
32.920, -89.280

Trees were blown down along Highway 19 in northwest Neshoba County.

Thunderstorm Wind, Smith

When
March 22, 1:24 PM CST
Where
Smith County, 0.69 mi N of Raleigh
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$1,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.040, -89.530

A tree was blown down across Highway 18 near the Raleigh city limits.

Thunderstorm Wind, Winston

When
March 22, 1:29 PM CST
Where
Winston County, 0.9 mi SE of Louisville
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Social Media
Coordinates
33.120, -89.040

Several trees were blown down in the Louisville area.

Tornado, Smith

When
March 22, 1:34 PM CST to 1:37 PM CST
Where
Smith County, 1.75 mi SW of Pineville to 0.87 mi SSE of Pineville
Rating
EF0
Path length
1.52 mi
Path width
100 yd
Crop damage
$2,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.111, -89.420

This tornado started between county road 120 and Highway 501. A couple trees were damaged and a large tree was uprooted on the west side of 501 along with multiple large limbs down. East of 501, a handful of trees were damaged along a tree line across a pasture. The tornado dissipated shortly thereafter. Maximum estimated winds were 80mph.

Tornado, Kemper

When
March 22, 1:35 PM CST to 1:46 PM CST
Where
Kemper County, 2.05 mi SW of Rio to 0.83 mi S of Moscow
Rating
EF3
Path length
9.21 mi
Path width
800 yd
Property damage
$400,000
Crop damage
$75,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.602, -88.898

This tornado began in a wooded area southwest of Zion Hampton Road. The tornado snapped and uprooted hardwood and softwood trees as it tracked northeast across West Zion Road. It then intensified and caused a swath of EF-2 tree damage that extended from Zion Road near Chisolm Cemetary Road to Chisolm Harbrook Road and Highway 495 South and continuing to the north of Damascus. A large number of trees sustained considerable damage along this swath with several stands of mature trees completely leveled. A home was shifted off of its foundation and a mobile home was destroyed from a fallen tree near the intersection of Chisolm Cemetary Road and Zion Road. The tornado began to intensify as it neared Curtis Fulton Road. Here, the tornado destroyed an anchored shed with metal framing. The most intense damage was located along Smith-Galloway Road. Here, the tornado destroyed a four month old manufactured home. All of the anchoring straps of the home were either snapped or pulled out of the ground, including the anchors themselves. Indications are that the home was likely thrown approximately 100 yards into a stand of trees behind the home. The tornado continued to cause significant tree damage as it crossed a field. The tornado reached its peak intensity of EF3, with 145mph winds, as it destroyed a family home. In addition a horse trailer was also tossed from across the street and significant numbers of hardwood and softwood trees were snapped, including another stand of mature pines that was flattened. The tornado continued to the northeast and weakened by the time it reached Vick Jackson Road. Here, it uprooted several pine trees. The tornado lifted before it reached Old Jackson Road to the southwest of Moscow.

Thunderstorm Wind, Oktibbeha

When
March 22, 1:50 PM CST
Where
Oktibbeha County, 1.8 mi NW of State College
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$20,000
Reported by
Social Media
Coordinates
33.450, -88.790

Two cars sustained damage from falling trees on the campus of Mississippi State University.

Thunderstorm Wind, Oktibbeha

When
March 22, 1:59 PM CST
Where
Oktibbeha County, 2.41 mi ENE of Osborn
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$3,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
33.530, -88.690

Trees were blown down along Old West Point Road.

Tornado, Clay

When
March 22, 2:04 PM CST to 2:13 PM CST
Where
Clay County, 0.85 mi SE of West Pt Mc Charen Ar to 4.65 mi E of Whites
Rating
EF1
Path length
9.37 mi
Path width
650 yd
Continued into
Monroe, Ms (MEG)
Property damage
$100,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
33.570, -88.641

This tornado began south of West Point along Section Road. It uprooted a few trees as it tracked across Hackberry Road and the Kansas City Southern railroad tracks. The tornado intensified to EF1 strength and it continued to the northeast across Waverly Road and East Church Hill Road, where it snapped and uprooted hardwood and softwood trees. The tornado continued northeast to Highway 50 east, where it snapped several power poles and a few trees. The tornado continued northeast and crossed Barton Ferry Road, where it snapped several trees and caused some minor damage to a few homes. The tornado caused minor roof damage to some buildings at Prairie Livestock before snapping and uprooting additional trees along Old Vinton Road. The tornado then continued to the northeast and crossed into Monroe County.

Tornado, Noxubee

When
March 22, 2:17 PM CST to 2:34 PM CST
Where
Noxubee County, 5.39 mi N of Shuqualak to 3.46 mi SSW of Cliftonville
Rating
EF1
Path length
11.61 mi
Path width
450 yd
Property damage
$55,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
33.047, -88.570

This tornado began in a wooded area just west of Highway 45 and quickly crossed the highway where large limbs were downed onto power lines. The tornado continued northeast crossing through a small neighborhood on the southeast side of Macon. Here, additional large limbs were snapped on Hall Road, Cheatham Road and Allen Bend Road. Another large limb was also downed across Highway 14. The tornado continued northeast through mainly open farmland before reaching Prairie Point Road. Several large limbs were snapped here along with damage to a relatively newly constructed storage shed. The tornado briefly intensified to EF-1 strength with 105mph winds as it crossed Deerbrook Road snapping approximately nine power poles. The tornado weakened and dissipated by the time it reached Gillespie Road where only minor damage to a carport was noted.

Tornado, Lauderdale

When
March 22, 3:04 PM CST to 3:06 PM CST
Where
Lauderdale County, 1.1 mi SE of Toomsuba to 0.51 mi WNW of Smith
Rating
EF0
Path length
1.47 mi
Path width
25 yd
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.409, -88.506

This brief tornado began just south of the I-20 interchange with Will Garrett Road and crossed the interstate, where it was observed and recorded by a storm chaser. It caused minor roof damage to a house along Melvin Swain Road, then continued northeast US 11 before ending along Dixie Highway School Road. Most of the damage along the path was limited to minor tree damage. Special thanks to NSSL for providing the information for this survey. Maximum estimated winds were 80mph.

Tornado, Clarke

When
March 22, 4:34 PM CST to 4:38 PM CST
Where
Clarke County, 2.58 mi NW of Langsdale to 0.61 mi ENE of Junction City
Rating
EF1
Path length
3.67 mi
Path width
100 yd
Property damage
$20,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
31.910, -88.607

This tornado started in an open field south of county road 610. On the north side of 610, several trees were uprooted along with several others damaged. The tornado continued NNE through a wooded river bottom then crossed a portion of county road 618. Here a few trees were uprooted and a couple with broken large limbs. At county road 630, a mobile home had the tin roof peal off and a metal shed taken apart. Other pine trees were damaged next to a pond. The tornado lifted shortly there after.

What these are

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

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