Mississippi, 2022

Tornadoes and Damaging Winds in Mississippi, March 30, 2022

March 30, 2022 · NWS JAN · 93 events in 31 counties and zones

A strong weather system interacted with an unstable airmass to bring widespread severe weather to the region. There was copious amounts of wind energy in the atmosphere ahead of the squall line to bring down trees and power lines from gradient winds.

Where it happened

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The toll

Deaths
0
Injuries
5
Property damage
$3.5 million
Crop damage
None recorded
Events
93

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 weather system interacted with an unstable airmass to bring widespread severe weather to the region. There was copious amounts of wind energy in the atmosphere ahead of the squall line to bring down trees and power lines from gradient winds. In addition, damaging winds and tornadoes occurred within the squall line as it moved through Louisiana, Arkansas and Mississippi.

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 30, 8:16 AM CST, 3 hours 49 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Mar 30, 8:16 AM CST, 3 hours 49 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion...UPDATED
National Weather Service Jackson MS
916 AM CDT Wed Mar 30 2022

...SEVERE STORMS AND HIGH WINDS EXPECTED WEDNESDAY...

.UPDATE...
Updated for morning discussion.

&&

.DISCUSSION...
Not much to add or change to the going forecast as expectations
remain the same as prev forecasts. JAN 12z sounding has a large
cap, but erosion of that cap through isentropic ascent and strong
forcing will focus convection in the line as has been prev noted.
I will add that the more S you go, the orientation of the deep
shear favors some discrete updrafts, but the lower/mid level
forcing is driving a linear mode. So, the trade of may be some
potential for a broken line in spots. Ultimately, same threats
hold with damaging winds, then some tornado threat.

Timing looks to be basically the same. The 12 hrrr is a tad slower,
but when assessing the current line and it's movement, the timing in
our graphics remains very solid. Anticipate tornado watches to be
added well in advance of the line with something out likely in the
11 to noon time window. /CME/

Prior discussion below:

Today and tonight...

Quite an active day in store for the region. Just walk outside and
you can tell something in the weather will occur today. It has been
very warm overnight with temperatures in the lower 70s through the
night. A very potent southerly wind has prevailed with the 850mb low
level jet really kicking in tonight. Sustained winds overnight have
been 15-20kts with gusts around 25-30kts, even a brief near 40kt
gust at JAN.

Much of the forecast thinking remains the same. The upper trough
across the west will continue to track east and become negatively
tilted with time. As this occurs, the 990mb surface low will track
across the Mid-Mississippi Valley region and deepen. The line of
storms currently ongoing over the DFW metroplex will continue to
track east through the morning hours. This line is expected to reach
the western part of our forecast are by around noon-1pm. Some of
this line may be a little broken at first before intensifying and
congealing more into a solid squall line/QLCS. This line is expected
to quickly become severe as it encounters an airmass that will reach
the low to mid 80s before it moves through. Widespread 1400-1600
J/kg of MUCAPE, 45-55kts of deep layer shear, 300-600 m2/s2 helicity
all look to be in place to organize storms and produce a potent QLCS
to move through the region today. Given the abundance of wind in
place today, widespread damaging winds up to 80mph is expected and
there remains potential for tornadoes as well, including a strong
tornado. CAM guidance still indicates less potential for discrete
storms to develop ahead of the line(which if one of these were to
occur would be more supportive to produce a strong tornado in this
environment). With sufficient mixing today, 20 degree
Temperature/dewpoint spreads would support higher LCL heights, which
could mitigate tornadogenesis but especially reduce the strong
tornado risk today. However this risk remains non-zero given the
sufficient shear and helicity in place and if a supercell were to
develop along the line then the risk for a stronger tornado would
exist. A moderate risk still is in place for the entire region.
However, it is prudent to note that with this event we are not
expecting the QLCS to produce quite the numbers of tornadoes as we
saw last week, though certainly an embedded one is possible. We are
most concerned about the damaging wind aspect of this line and this
will certainly be widespread and likely to affect a larger portion
of our population. Winds up to 80mph, in addition to the gradient
wind ahead of the line, will pose risks of downed trees and
powerlines and result in power outages.

Of additional concern is the gradient wind ahead of/outside of
thunderstorms today. As mentioned, winds are already stout this
morning and with additional mixing up to around 850mb which would
suggest tapping into gusts around 45-50kts, and increasing low level
jet, winds will only continue to get stronger ahead of the squall
line through the afternoon. Sustained winds of 25 to 35 mph will be
possible, but we could see some higher gusts of 55-60mph. Generally
speaking, I feel really good about the gusts nearing 55mph, but am
quite concerned about a few locations(likely more isolated than
widespread) of reaching 60mph. That being said, the gradient winds
will be as much of a concern ahead of the line and have gone ahead
and issued a High Wind Warning to account for this. Once the line
passes, winds will remain gusty but should return to gusts closer to
20-25mph through the evening into tonight. Gusts will diminish after
midnight to around 15mph.

As the line moves through the region, there could be some locally
heavy rainfall. However, given the quick movement to it and lack of
indications of any training storms, the flooding risk is of lower
concern and will continue to not mention this in the HWO or
graphics.

Hold on to your hats, folks....it will be a windy, active weather
day today! /28/

Thursday through Next Wednesday...

After Wednesday's system, the longterm is pretty quiet. There will
be a series of shortwaves introducing rain chances periodically
throughout the forecast. Thursday afternoon, the elongated trough
centered over the Midwest will begin to shift east and mid-level
ridging will start to build in behind it. Dry weather will prevail
Thursday and Friday as this happens. By Saturday morning the first
shortwave will push across the ArkLaMiss while at the same time, a
stalled boundary along the Gulf will help increase rain chances
across the Deep South. Long range models continue to struggle with
timing and how far north the rain will be so for now, kept light
rain through Saturday morning. By the afternoon, the previously
mentioned wave will have transitioned east and dry air will filter
into the region returning dry conditions across the area through
Monday. A second shortwave is expected Tuesday which will bring
another round of rain across the ArkLaMiss. Temperatures will vary
throughout the period. Thursday and Friday highs will range from the
60s to low 70s while a warming trend is expected Saturday through
Monday. Temperatures will warm into the upper 70s for most places
while some areas south of I-20 will see temps rise into the mid
80s. /JNE/

&&

.AVIATION...
12Z TAF discussion:
Mostly VFR conditions are occurring this morning with some MVFR
ceilings at a few locations. Southerly winds will be stout today
with sustained speeds around 25kts and gusts of 35 to 40 kts. Some
locations may see 50kts at times. A line of storms will move
through the region from west to east starting around 18z in the
west, arriving around the I-55 corridor around 22z, then exiting
the east around 00z-02z. Once storms move through, wind gusts will
gradually diminish but remain around 10-15kts, dropping to around
10kts through the night. MVFR ceilings will be possible later
tonight as stratus looks to move back in. /28/

&&

.PRELIMINARY POINT TEMPS/POPS...
Jackson       83  50  69  43 / 100  45   0   0
Meridian      85  54  72  43 /  67  92   0   0
Vicksburg     82  48  70  43 / 100  13   0   0
Hattiesburg   84  55  75  45 /  74  93   0   0
Natchez       82  49  71  45 / 100  13   0   0
Greenville    79  47  66  42 / 100  13   0   0
Greenwood     82  48  66  41 / 100  33   0   0

&&

.JAN WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
MS...High Wind Warning until 7 PM CDT this evening for MSZ018-019-
     025>066-072>074.

LA...High Wind Warning until 7 PM CDT this evening for LAZ007>009-015-
     016-023>026.

AR...High Wind Warning until 7 PM CDT this evening for ARZ074-075.

&&

JNE/28/CME
Hazardous weather outlook, Mar 30, 3:11 AM CST, 8 hours 54 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Jackson MS
411 AM CDT Wed Mar 30 2022

ARZ074-075-LAZ007>009-015-016-023>026-MSZ018-019-034-040-041-047-
059-060-310915-
Ashley-Chicot-Morehouse-West Carroll-East Carroll-Richland-
Madison LA-Franklin LA-Catahoula-Tensas-Concordia-Bolivar-
Sunflower-Washington-Issaquena-Sharkey-Warren-Jefferson-Adams-
411 AM CDT Wed Mar 30 2022

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

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight

SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS
THREAT...Moderate
TIMING...Today

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

Today, severe storms are expected and significant severe weather
is possible for the entire outlook area this afternoon into
this evening. The primary hazards will be damaging wind gusts up
to 80 mph and possible tornadoes. A strong tornado can not be
ruled out.

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

Today, sustained winds of at least 25 to 35 mph with gusts of up
to 55 mph are expected across the forecast area before
thunderstorms arrive.

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

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday

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.

MSZ025>033-035>039-042>046-048>058-061>066-072>074-310915-
Leflore-Grenada-Carroll-Montgomery-Webster-Clay-Lowndes-Choctaw-
Oktibbeha-Humphreys-Holmes-Attala-Winston-Noxubee-Yazoo-
Madison MS-Leake-Neshoba-Kemper-Hinds-Rankin-Scott-Newton-
Lauderdale-Claiborne-Copiah-Simpson-Smith-Jasper-Clarke-
Franklin MS-Lincoln-Lawrence-Jefferson Davis-Covington-Jones-
Marion-Lamar-Forrest-
411 AM CDT Wed Mar 30 2022

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

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

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

Today, severe storms are expected and significant severe weather
is possible for the entire outlook area this afternoon into this
evening. The primary hazards will be damaging wind gusts up to 80
mph and possible tornadoes. A strong tornado can not be ruled out.

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

Today, sustained winds of at least 25 to 35 mph with gusts of up
to 55 mph are expected across the forecast area before
thunderstorms arrive.

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

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday

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.

14

&&

...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.

*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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Event by event

53 thunderstorm wind, 27 tornado, 12 strong wind, 1 high wind. Local standard time, as filed.

Strong Wind, Forrest

When
March 30, 12:05 PM CST to 1:05 PM CST
Where
Forrest forecast zone
Measured
38 kt (44 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
31.189, -89.258 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Trees and power lines were brought down by gradient winds near Highway 49 and Highway 98. A tree was snapped and blocked the street near South 31st Street and Lorraine Street. Trees and power lines were blown down along Lynn Ray Road southeast of Eastabuchie. Trees and power lines were blown down near the city golf course along Classic Drive and Golf Course Road. A power line was blown down by a fallen large limb along West 6th Avenue near Petal. Trees and power lines were blown down in Brooklyn.

Strong Wind, Sunflower

When
March 30, 12:30 PM CST
Where
Sunflower forecast zone
Measured
49 kt (56 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$15,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
33.602, -90.589 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A mobile home was turned over along US Highway 82 just east of Holly Ridge.

Strong Wind, Claiborne

When
March 30, 12:35 PM CST
Where
Claiborne forecast zone
Measured
40 kt (46 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
31.974, -90.912 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A tree was blown down on Farmer Street along with some power lines.

High Wind, Forrest

When
March 30, 1:02 PM CST
Where
Forrest forecast zone
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) measured gust
Reported by
ASOS
Coordinates
31.189, -89.258 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A 58 mph wind gust was measured at the ASOS at Bobbly L Chain Airport in Hattiesburg.

Strong Wind, Lincoln

When
March 30, 1:15 PM CST
Where
Lincoln forecast zone
Measured
48 kt (55 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$30,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
31.532, -90.454 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

The roof was partially removed from a hotel in Brookhaven, with multiple trees and power lines blown down across Lincoln County.

Strong Wind, Hinds

When
March 30, 1:15 PM CST
Where
Hinds forecast zone
Measured
39 kt (45 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$2,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.267, -90.443 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A tree was blown down on Capitol Street near West Street.

Strong Wind, Warren

When
March 30, 1:25 PM CST
Where
Warren forecast zone
Measured
39 kt (45 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.357, -90.852 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A tree was blown down on Tiffintown Road near Bovina. Another tree was blown down on Lee Road and Gibson Road near Beechwood.

Strong Wind, Carroll

When
March 30, 1:34 PM CST
Where
Carroll forecast zone
Measured
47 kt (54 mph) measured gust
Property damage
$100
Reported by
ASOS
Coordinates
33.449, -89.920 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A 54mph wind gust was measured at Greenwood Leflore Airport.

Tornado, Warren

When
March 30, 1:58 PM CST to 2:02 PM CST
Where
Warren County, 6.71 mi SW of Eagle Bend to 2.8 mi SW of Eagle Bend
Rating
EF1
Path length
3.93 mi
Path width
100 yd
Continued into
Madison, La (JAN)
Property damage
$50,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.447, -91.076

This tornado started on the south side of Tallulah near Mississippi Street and Clinton Street and tracked northeast. Initial damage was a combination of downed or damaged trees along with several homes having minor to moderate roof damage from shingle loss. One home had a large tree through it. Intensity increased quickly as the tornado crossed Johnson Street and moved into the area of Tallulah Academy and the ballpark. The school took a direct hit with a large section of the roof taken off and some peeled back. While the outer walls remained intact, damage was noted on the eastern side of the building. Along Wood Street, several mobile homes were damaged with one heavily damaged from being pushed off the blocks. Other homes on the south side of the|street sustained various degrees of roof damage along with downed power lines. The ballpark took a direct hit, and several metal buildings there were heavily damaged. Also, large sections of fencing were torn down. The tornado continued across Silver Cross Cemetery where more trees were downed, and the brick archway was demolished. The tornado then moved across an open field as it approached the south side of Tallulah Airport. In the field, 12 power poles were taken down. Further down across Airport Road, an irrigation pivot system was flipped. As the tornado crossed|Thomastown Road, several trees were damaged and a large metal tractor shed was demolished. The tornado then continued across open fields and crossed the Mississippi River where tree damage was noted on either side. The tornado then continued into the|Eagle Lake community. Multiple structures were damaged in the 1500-1700 blocks with a metal roof blown off and metal structures damaged. Multiple trees were downed along with power lines. Damage to trees was noted on the tree line as the tornado moved into the wooded area then dissipated. Total path length was 17.3 miles, and peak winds were 115 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind, Washington

When
March 30, 2:00 PM CST
Where
Washington County, 0.9 mi NW of Erwin
Measured
61 kt (70 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
33.110, -91.060

Part of the metal roof of a home along Lake Washington was blown off with additional minor roof damage to two other nearby homes. Large limbs were also blown down in the area.

Strong Wind, Madison

When
March 30, 2:00 PM CST
Where
Madison forecast zone
Measured
40 kt (46 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$2,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.635, -90.034 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A tree was blown down across Hoy Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Bolivar

When
March 30, 2:02 PM CST
Where
Bolivar County, 1.15 mi E of Rosedale
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$8,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
33.850, -91.030

Trees and power lines were blown down in Rosedale.

Thunderstorm Wind, Warren

When
March 30, 2:04 PM CST
Where
Warren County, 2.23 mi SE of Brunswick
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$3,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.530, -91.040

Two trees were blown down along Sea Island Drive on Eagle Lake.

Tornado, Warren

When
March 30, 2:04 PM CST to 2:09 PM CST
Where
Warren County, 0.56 mi SSW of Eagle Bend to 2.94 mi NE of Eagle Bend
Rating
EF1
Path length
3.5 mi
Path width
100 yd
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.513, -91.005

This tornado started on the south side of Tallulah near Mississippi Street and Clinton Street and tracked northeast. Initial damage was a combination of downed or damaged trees along with several homes having minor to moderate roof damage from shingle loss. One home had a large tree through it. Intensity increased quickly as the tornado crossed Johnson Street and moved into the area of Tallulah Academy and the ballpark. The school took a direct hit with a large section of the roof taken off and some peeled back. While the outer walls remained intact, damage was noted on the eastern side of the building. Along Wood Street, several mobile homes were damaged with one heavily damaged from being pushed off the blocks. Other homes on the south side of the|street sustained various degrees of roof damage along with downed power lines. The ballpark took a direct hit, and several metal buildings there were heavily damaged. Also, large sections of fencing were torn down. The tornado continued across Silver Cross Cemetery where more trees were downed, and the brick archway was demolished. The tornado then moved across an open field as it approached the south side of Tallulah Airport. In the field, 12 power poles were taken down. Further down across Airport Road, an irrigation pivot system was flipped. As the tornado crossed|Thomastown Road, several trees were damaged and a large metal tractor shed was demolished. The tornado then continued across open fields and crossed the Mississippi River where tree damage was noted on either side. The tornado then continued into the|Eagle Lake community. Multiple structures were damaged in the 1500-1700 blocks with a metal roof blown off and metal structures damaged. Multiple trees were downed along with power lines. Damage to trees was noted on the tree line as the tornado moved into the wooded area then dissipated. Total path length was 17.3 miles, and peak winds were 115 mph in Madison Parish.

Thunderstorm Wind, Warren

When
March 30, 2:05 PM CST
Where
Warren County, 0.9 mi SE of Eagle Bend
Measured
54 kt (62 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.510, -90.990

A roof was blown off of a home along Lo Sto Road on Eagle Lake.

Thunderstorm Wind, Washington

When
March 30, 2:05 PM CST
Where
Washington County, 1.17 mi WNW of Greenville Fairfld A
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$500
Reported by
Broadcast Media
Coordinates
33.385, -91.039

Large limbs were blown down near the intersection of Reed Road and Highway 1.

Thunderstorm Wind, Bolivar

When
March 30, 2:11 PM CST
Where
Bolivar County, 0.9 mi SE of Gunnison
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
33.940, -90.940

Trees and power lines were blown down in Gunnison.

Thunderstorm Wind, Sharkey

When
March 30, 2:12 PM CST
Where
Sharkey County, 0.9 mi NW of Onward
Measured
60 kt (69 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$25,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.730, -90.940

A barn was destroyed and another barn had substantial loss of roofing material along with a collapsed exterior wall.

Thunderstorm Wind, Washington

When
March 30, 2:15 PM CST
Where
Washington County, 1.73 mi W of Hollyknowe
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$20,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
33.400, -90.880

A tree was uprooted and fell onto a house.

Thunderstorm Wind, Washington

When
March 30, 2:15 PM CST
Where
Washington County, 1.16 mi E of Hollandale
Measured
52 kt (60 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$7,000
Reported by
Broadcast Media
Coordinates
33.170, -90.850

Several trees were blown down in Hollandale.

Tornado, Bolivar

When
March 30, 2:19 PM CST to 2:26 PM CST
Where
Bolivar County, 2.91 mi W of Wyandotte to 0.04 mi N of Hushpuckena
Rating
EF1
Path length
7.92 mi
Path width
450 yd
Property damage
$60,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
33.902, -90.821

This tornado began near Three Way Road where it turned a manufactured home on its side before crossing Holmes Lake Road, where it snapped tree trunks and caused roofing damage to a small farm outbuilding. The tornado continued across Highway 32 onto Shelby-Deeson Road. Along this road, several houses suffered from exterior and roof damage, including the collapse of chimneys, carports, and metal siding. The tornado then continued northeast, snapping wood poles and tree trunks until lifting shortly after crossing Highway 278. The maximum estimated wind speed for this tornado was 110 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind, Warren

When
March 30, 2:25 PM CST
Where
Warren County, 0.9 mi NE of Culkin Acadamey
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$1,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.380, -90.810

A few trees and limbs were blown down.

Thunderstorm Wind, Bolivar

When
March 30, 2:25 PM CST
Where
Bolivar County, 0.57 mi E of Shelby
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
33.950, -90.770

Trees were blown down across Highway 61 in Shelby.

Strong Wind, Rankin

When
March 30, 2:30 PM CST
Where
Rankin forecast zone
Measured
39 kt (45 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$2,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.264, -89.946 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A tree was blown down on a house along Lewis Street in Florence.

Thunderstorm Wind, Bolivar

When
March 30, 2:31 PM CST
Where
Bolivar County, 1.2 mi S of Cleveland
Measured
53 kt (61 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$15,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
33.733, -90.726

Trees and power lines were blown down around Cleveland. Several roads that were south of the track of the tornado were also blocked by trees. These included Yale, Memorial Drive and Leflore.

Tornado, Bolivar

When
March 30, 2:31 PM CST to 2:32 PM CST
Where
Bolivar County, 0.6 mi SE of Cleveland to 1.23 mi E of Cleveland
Rating
EF1
Path length
0.96 mi
Path width
75 yd
Injuries
1 direct, 0 indirect
Property damage
$110,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
33.743, -90.723

A brief tornado touched down in the middle of Cleveland near Shelby Street where it crossed Jones Bayou, moved to the east-northeast and damaged several houses and businesses in the area. A few businesses in the downtown area between E Sunflower Road and E North Street lost a portion of their roofs, and a car dealership along E End Street had broken windows and damage to some of its buildings. The tornado continued northeast across E Sunflower Road at the intersection with N Martin Luther King Drive, where it damaged a gas station canopy. After damaging an office building and metal outbuilding near Bolivar Medical Center, the tornado dissipated north of the hospital. This tornado injured one person in an unknown location where the victim suffered cuts from broken window glass at a nearby hair salon. The maximum estimated wind speed with this tornado was 100 mph.

Strong Wind, Lowndes

When
March 30, 2:35 PM CST
Where
Lowndes forecast zone
Measured
40 kt (46 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Broadcast Media
Coordinates
33.473, -88.443 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A tree was blown down along 5th Avenue.

Strong Wind, Lauderdale

When
March 30, 2:35 PM CST
Where
Lauderdale forecast zone
Measured
39 kt (45 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$2,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.404, -88.662 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Trees were blown down across MS Highway 19.

Strong Wind, Leake

When
March 30, 2:35 PM CST
Where
Leake forecast zone
Measured
39 kt (45 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$7,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.754, -89.524 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Several trees were blown down across Leake County.

Tornado, Warren

When
March 30, 2:41 PM CST to 2:43 PM CST
Where
Warren County, 0.53 mi NW of Youngton to 1.56 mi NE of Youngton
Rating
EF1
Path length
1.59 mi
Path width
50 yd
Continued into
Hinds, Ms (JAN)
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.456, -90.625

This tornado began along Youngston Road in eastern Warren County snapping and uprooting multiple trees then continued eastward across the Big Black River into northwest Hinds County. Here it moved across private hunting club property and snapped and uprooted several trees in a narrow path crossing Halifax Road. In addition, the tornado path crossed the larger path of the EF-2 North Brownsville tornado from just 8 days before on March 22nd. The maximum estimated wind speed for this entire tornado was 100 mph. The total path length for the tornado was 5.97 miles.

Tornado, Hinds

When
March 30, 2:43 PM CST to 2:47 PM CST
Where
Hinds County, 7 mi W of Orange Hill to 3.68 mi WSW of Coxs Ferry
Rating
EF1
Path length
4.38 mi
Path width
100 yd
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.465, -90.600

This tornado began along Youngston Road in eastern Warren County snapping and uprooting multiple trees then continued eastward across the Big Black River into northwest Hinds County. Here it moved across private hunting club property and snapped and uprooted several trees in a narrow path crossing Halifax Road. In addition, the tornado path crossed the larger path of the EF-2 North Brownsville tornado from just 8 days before on March 22nd. The maximum estimated wind speed for this entire tornado was 100 mph. The total path length for the tornado was 5.97 miles.

Thunderstorm Wind, Sunflower

When
March 30, 2:47 PM CST
Where
Sunflower County, 1.15 mi E of Ruleville
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
33.730, -90.550

Trees were blown down in Ruleville.

Thunderstorm Wind, Hinds

When
March 30, 2:48 PM CST to 3:01 PM CST
Where
Hinds County, 4.87 mi NW of Champion Hill to 2.76 mi S of Orange Hill
Measured
52 kt (60 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.405, -90.572

A swath of wind occurred across western portions of Hinds County. Trees and power lines were blown down on Askew Road to the north-northeast of Edwards. A tree was blown down on John Warren Road and another large tree was blown down on Mississippi Highway 22 west of Cox Ferry Road, all to the west of Brownsville.

Thunderstorm Wind, Hinds

When
March 30, 2:53 PM CST
Where
Hinds County, 0.9 mi NW of Orange Hill
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$2,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.480, -90.490

A tree and power line were blown down at the intersection of Cox Ferry Road and Farr Road.

Tornado, Yazoo

When
March 30, 2:58 PM CST to 3:17 PM CST
Where
Yazoo County, 2.55 mi NW of Little Yazoo to 1.59 mi NE of Midway
Rating
EF1
Path length
16.63 mi
Path width
700 yd
Property damage
$110,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.744, -90.403

This tornado began south of Yazoo City and west of US Highway 49 along Robinette Road, quickly strengthening to EF-1 intensity in a wooded area along Patterson Road where considerable snapping of trees occurred. The tornado downed a tree on a manufactured home as it crossed US 49, then producing minor roof damage to houses along Castle Chapel Road and damaging some outbuildings. Similar damage persisted as the tornado continued northeastward across Fletchers Chapel Road, Myrtleville Road, and Cox Road, with a church sustaining roof damage. The tornado continued|snapping and uprooting numerous trees as it moved into the Benton area, crossing Rusche Road and Harris Road where a couple of small homes sustained roof damage and the roof of a small barn was removed. The tornado reached its greatest intensity as it crossed MS Highway 16 just west of Redbud Drive with significant snapping of trees. Several homes experienced mostly minor roof damage in the neighborhood along Redbud Drive just east of this location. The tornado skirted the west side of Benton, lifting northeastward along Niven Road and Stubblefield Road. Along Johnston Road, the tornado crossed the damage path of a previous EF-1 tornado that occurred just a week prior on Tuesday, March 22nd. The tornado strengthened again as it reached the|intersection of Johnston Road and Chew Forks Road. Along with tree damage again becoming more substantial in this area, a shed was destroyed and other outbuildings in the area were damaged. Solid tree damage persisted as the tornado turned more eastward and tracked just north of the Midway community, crossing Odum Road, Eden Midway Road, and MS Highway 433 before lifting. The maximum estimated wind speed for this tornado was 105 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind, Holmes

When
March 30, 3:13 PM CST
Where
Holmes County, 0.58 mi E of Tchula
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$3,000
Reported by
Social Media
Coordinates
33.180, -90.220

A tree was blown down onto a power line in the Tchula area.

Thunderstorm Wind, Holmes

When
March 30, 3:15 PM CST
Where
Holmes County, Cruger
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$2,000
Reported by
Social Media
Coordinates
33.320, -90.230

Power lines were blown down in Cruger.

Thunderstorm Wind, Leflore

When
March 30, 3:18 PM CST
Where
Leflore County, 1.34 mi ESE of Sidon
Measured
54 kt (62 mph) measured gust
Property damage
$20,000
Reported by
Broadcast Media
Coordinates
33.410, -90.200

Several warehouses sustained roof damage as well as some trees were uprooted in the Sidon area. A nearby agriculture weather site to the northwest of Sidon recorded a 62 mph wind gust from the west-northwest.

Tornado, Holmes

When
March 30, 3:21 PM CST to 3:24 PM CST
Where
Holmes County, 1.38 mi WSW of Keirn to 2.29 mi NNE of Meeks
Rating
EF1
Path length
5.8 mi
Path width
1,700 yd
Continued into
Carroll, Ms (JAN)
Injuries
1 direct, 0 indirect
Property damage
$130,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
33.274, -90.243

This EF-1 tornado, with a maximum width of about a mile, developed across farmland near Linden Road where a center pivot irrigation system was overturned and several trees were uprooted or snapped. The tornado moved northeast where it crossed Pinchback Lake and moved across Holly Grove-Meeks Road. At this time the tornado reached its maximum intensity with winds estimated to 110 mph. Two homes suffered significant roof damage with a portion of both roofs removed. Several power poles were|downed along the roadway. Just west of the intersection with Oklahoma Road, the tornado destroyed a mobile home where a man was injured after being thrown from the home. A small shed and a grain storage bin were also damaged, and a metal building system (MBS) structure had a large roll down door blown inward with part|of the back of the building blown out. The damage to the MBS building and the grain storage building were likely due to intense straight-line winds on the southern side of the tornadic circulation (rear flank downdraft). The tornado then moved northeast where it weakened as it crossed into Carroll County and then MS Highway 430 where trees were downed. The tornado dissipated after crossing Highway 430 prior to crossing County Road 177. Maximum estimated winds were 110mph, which occurred in Holmes County. Total path length of the tornado was 11.46 miles.

Thunderstorm Wind, Hinds

When
March 30, 3:22 PM CST
Where
Hinds County, 2.15 mi NNW of Dry Grove
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.160, -90.440

Trees were blown down along Dry Grove Road between Myers and Parsons roads.

Tornado, Carroll

When
March 30, 3:24 PM CST to 3:31 PM CST
Where
Carroll County, 1.7 mi SW of Pine Bluff to 0.92 mi ENE of Seven Pines
Rating
EF1
Path length
5.73 mi
Path width
500 yd
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
33.332, -90.170

This EF-1 tornado, with a maximum width of about a mile, developed across farmland near Linden Road where a center pivot irrigation system was overturned and several trees were uprooted or snapped. The tornado moved northeast where it crossed Pinchback Lake and moved across Holly Grove-Meeks Road. At this time the tornado reached its maximum intensity with winds estimated to 110 mph. Two homes suffered significant roof damage with a portion of both roofs removed. Several power poles were|downed along the roadway. Just west of the intersection with Oklahoma Road, the tornado destroyed a mobile home where a man was injured after being thrown from the home. A small shed and a grain storage bin were also damaged, and a metal building system (MBS) structure had a large roll down door blown inward with part|of the back of the building blown out. The damage to the MBS building and the grain storage building were likely due to intense straight-line winds on the southern side of the tornadic circulation (rear flank downdraft). The tornado then moved northeast where it weakened as it crossed into Carroll County and then MS Highway 430 where trees were downed. The tornado dissipated after crossing Highway 430 prior to crossing County Road 177. Maximum estimated winds were 110mph, which occurred in Holmes County. Total path length of the tornado was 11.46 miles.

Tornado, Hinds

When
March 30, 3:26 PM CST to 3:36 PM CST
Where
Hinds County, 0.54 mi WSW of Midway to 1.86 mi NNW of New Byram
Rating
EF1
Path length
6.44 mi
Path width
350 yd
Property damage
$45,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.167, -90.389

At the start of the tornado and early parts of the path were a few downed or damaged trees. Tree damage increased a bit along Kimbell Road as the tornado moved quickly northeast. The tornado peaked in intensity in the wooded area crossing Rhoads Creek.|Along N Spring Lake Circle, multiple trees were uprooted or snapped. One home had a large tree down through half of it. The tornado then weakened as it crossed Spring Lake Road and moved along or just south of Davis Road. The tornado dissipated as it|crossed Siwell Road. The maximum estimated wind speed for this tornado was 95 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind, Hinds

When
March 30, 3:28 PM CST
Where
Hinds County, 2.15 mi NNE of Coopers Wells
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$15,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.260, -90.360

A large pine tree was blown down onto a vehicle along Jackson-Raymond Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Hinds

When
March 30, 3:35 PM CST to 3:39 PM CST
Where
Hinds County, 2.44 mi ENE of Siwell to 1.81 mi NNW of Nogan
Measured
55 kt (63 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$75,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.260, -90.280

A line of severe thunderstorms brought wind damage to portions of the Forest Hill area of south Jackson. Minor roof damage occurred to structures on Carriage Hills Drive and Cedarwood Drive. A tree was blown down at Robinson Road and Colony Square. Roof damage occurred to multiple homes along Plummer Circle. Another tree was snapped along Dorgan Street.

Thunderstorm Wind, Yazoo

When
March 30, 3:37 PM CST
Where
Yazoo County, 0.9 mi NE of Vaughan
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$4,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.810, -90.040

Trees were blown down in the Vaughan area.

Thunderstorm Wind, Hinds

When
March 30, 3:39 PM CST to 3:48 PM CST
Where
Hinds County, 0.91 mi NW of Terry to 1.17 mi E of Terry
Measured
52 kt (60 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$50,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.110, -90.310

Roof damage occurred to homes on Green Gable Road, Greystone Point and Brookside Cove. Additional roof damage occurred to structures along Nicholson Drive and Moncure Marble Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Madison

When
March 30, 3:39 PM CST
Where
Madison County, 1.36 mi ESE of Rocky Hill
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$3,000
Reported by
Trained Spotter
Coordinates
32.420, -90.200

A large pine tree was blown down at North Livingston Road and Rouser Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Hinds

When
March 30, 3:39 PM CST to 3:40 PM CST
Where
Hinds County, 1.43 mi SSE of Dixon to 1.78 mi SSW of Jackson Hawkins Fld
Measured
54 kt (62 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$75,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.313, -90.237

A tree was blown down at the intersection of Lindsey Drive and McCain Avenue. A steeple was blown off of a church at Robinson Road and Ellis Avenue.

Tornado, Hinds

When
March 30, 3:41 PM CST to 3:45 PM CST
Where
Hinds County, 2.26 mi N of Nogan to 2.13 mi SE of West Jackson
Rating
EF1
Path length
2.94 mi
Path width
350 yd
Property damage
$175,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.282, -90.227

This tornado started at Ellis Avenue and Raymond Road and tracked east-northeast across Battlefield Park and South Jackson. Minor tree damage was noted in the initial part of the track. The tornado increased in intensity as it crossed Interstate 20 and moved into the Battlefield Park and surrounding neighborhood. Multiple trees were uprooted along this part of the path along with a dozen or so homes having minor to moderate roof damage. Some trees were on homes, and power lines were down as well. Roof damage occurred to a few buildings along Gallatin Street. The tornado began to weaken after that and dissipated right at the Pearl River along Commerce Street. The maximum estimated wind speed with this tornado was 95 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind, Rankin

When
March 30, 3:42 PM CST
Where
Rankin County, 2.15 mi SSW of Luckney
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) measured gust
Reported by
ASOS
Coordinates
32.320, -90.080

A 58mph wind gust was observed via the automated observing equipment at the Jackson Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport.

Thunderstorm Wind, Hinds

When
March 30, 3:43 PM CST
Where
Hinds County, 0.21 mi S of West Jackson
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$35,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.317, -90.200

A tree was blown down onto a house on Campbell Street.

Tornado, Hinds

When
March 30, 3:43 PM CST to 3:50 PM CST
Where
Hinds County, 0.9 mi ENE of Jackson Hawkins Fld to 2.6 mi NW of (Jan)thompson Fld Ja
Rating
EF1
Path length
5.17 mi
Path width
200 yd
Continued into
Rankin, Ms (JAN)
Property damage
$250,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.334, -90.205

This mainly weak tornado began near Medgar Evers Blvd near the intersection with Pocahontas Ave and tracked eastward through the city of Jackson, producing tree damage and sporadic roof and mostly minor structural damage except where downed trees resulted in greater damage. The tornado path was discontinuous at times, but |there was an uptick in tree and damage to homes east of Mill St and between Taylor St and Hartfield St with several utility lines downed as it moved through the Fondren neighborhood. Farther east, a couple trees were downed on the campus of St Dominic Hospital and a large portion of the outfield wall was downed at Smith-Wills Stadium. The tornado briefly reached low end EF1 intensity as it moved through the eastern portion of the Eastover neighborhood where multiple large hardwood trees were downed and the roof and eaves of a house were damaged near Eastover Dr and Lake Cir. The tornado continued into far western Rankin County, removing shingles from several roofs in the Laurelwood subdivision before lifting as it crossed Old |Fannin Rd near the Pinehaven neighborhood. The maximum estimated wind speed of this entire tornado was 90 mph. The total path length of the tornado was 8.46 miles.

Thunderstorm Wind, Madison

When
March 30, 3:48 PM CST
Where
Madison County, Ridgeland
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$1,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.430, -90.130

Fencing was blown down at a home in Ridgeland.

Tornado, Rankin

When
March 30, 3:50 PM CST to 3:56 PM CST
Where
Rankin County, 2.81 mi WSW of Luckney to 0.48 mi ENE of Luckney
Rating
EF0
Path length
3.29 mi
Path width
100 yd
Property damage
$30,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.341, -90.117

This mainly weak tornado began near Medgar Evers Blvd near the intersection with Pocahontas Ave and tracked eastward through the city of Jackson, producing tree damage and sporadic roof and mostly minor structural damage except where downed trees resulted in greater damage. The tornado path was discontinuous at times, but |there was an uptick in tree and damage to homes east of Mill St and between Taylor St and Hartfield St with several utility lines downed as it moved through the Fondren neighborhood. Farther east, a couple trees were downed on the campus of St Dominic Hospital and a large portion of the outfield wall was downed at Smith-Wills Stadium. The tornado briefly reached low end EF1 intensity as it moved through the eastern portion of the Eastover neighborhood where multiple large hardwood trees were downed and the roof and eaves of a house were damaged near Eastover Dr and Lake Cir. The tornado continued into far western Rankin County, removing shingles from several roofs in the Laurelwood subdivision before lifting as it crossed Old |Fannin Rd near the Pinehaven neighborhood. The maximum estimated wind speed of this entire tornado was 90 mph. The total path length of the tornado was 8.46 miles.

Tornado, Carroll

When
March 30, 3:52 PM CST to 4:00 PM CST
Where
Carroll County, 3.52 mi WSW of Carroll to 3.08 mi NNE of Carroll
Rating
EF1
Path length
6.11 mi
Path width
250 yd
Property damage
$30,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
33.351, -89.807

This tornado began along Highway 35 where some trees were uprooted and branches were broken. It then continued northeast, crossed Highway 22 and caused more tree damage. After crossing I-55, it continued to to snap tree trunks and uproot softwood|trees. The tornado lifted shortly after crossing Highway 14, just before making it to Highway 20. The maximum estimated wind speed with this tornado was 105 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind, Grenada

When
March 30, 3:53 PM CST
Where
Grenada County, 0.57 mi E of Grenada
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
33.780, -89.810

A few trees were blown down in Grenada.

Tornado, Madison

When
March 30, 3:56 PM CST to 4:03 PM CST
Where
Madison County, 3.29 mi NNW of Barnett Res East to 4.03 mi S of Shocco
Rating
EF1
Path length
5.26 mi
Path width
350 yd
Property damage
$20,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.543, -89.994

This tornado touched down along MS Highway 43 north of the intersection with Cotton Blossom Road and traveled mainly parallel to the Natchez Trace Parkway as it moved east-northeast. The tornado uprooted and damaged trees along its path with the most intense damage observed as it crossed the Natchez Trace between Sharon Road and Barnes Road. It dissipated shortly after crossing Pipeline Road. The maximum estimated wind speed of this tornado was 90 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind, Attala

When
March 30, 3:57 PM CST
Where
Attala County, Sallis
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$3,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
33.020, -89.770

A power line was brought down in the Sallis area.

Thunderstorm Wind, Grenada

When
March 30, 4:08 PM CST
Where
Grenada County, 0.69 mi N of Gore Spgs
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$7,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
33.760, -89.620

Trees were blown down in Gore Springs.

Thunderstorm Wind, Rankin

When
March 30, 4:12 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, Madison

When
March 30, 4:14 PM CST
Where
Madison County, Camden
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$8,000
Reported by
Social Media
Coordinates
32.780, -89.830

Trees were blown down in Camden.

Thunderstorm Wind, Rankin

When
March 30, 4:15 PM CST
Where
Rankin County, 2.23 mi NW of Montery
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.200, -90.110

Trees were blown down along Monterey Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Rankin

When
March 30, 4:17 PM CST
Where
Rankin County, 0.69 mi N of Whitfield
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$1,000
Reported by
NWS Employee
Coordinates
32.240, -90.080

A tree was snapped by Whitfield off Highway 475.

Thunderstorm Wind, Rankin

When
March 30, 4:19 PM CST
Where
Rankin County, 2.38 mi SSE of Rice Hill
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$2,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.240, -90.010

A tree was blown down across MS Highway 468.

Thunderstorm Wind, Webster

When
March 30, 4:32 PM CST
Where
Webster County, 3.86 mi NNW of Bellefontaine
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$3,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
33.700, -89.350

A tree was blown down onto a power line north of Bellfontaine. Another tree fell across the road in the same area.

Tornado, Leake

When
March 30, 4:32 PM CST to 4:36 PM CST
Where
Leake County, 1.39 mi S of Dowell to 2.25 mi NNW of Barnes
Rating
EF2
Path length
4.94 mi
Path width
1,200 yd
Continued into
Attala, Ms (JAN)
Property damage
$700,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.880, -89.572

This strong tornado started in the Singleton community along Minshew Road and tracked NE into southern Attala county before dissipating. The tornado grew and intensified quickly along Corinth and Faulkner Roads. Thousands of trees were uprooted or snapped and several homes had minor damage. A few sheds were destroyed and many power lines were downed. The tornado peaked in intensity as it crossed Singleton Road and Highway 35. Significant tree damage occurred in this area. Multiple homes and buildings sustained varying degrees of damage. Many power lines were down here as well. The tornado then crossed Big Springs and Daugherty Roads where substantial tree damage continued. Some homes also sustained mostly minor damage. The tornado weakened some as it approached the county line. Three homes sustained|moderate roof damage and a couple sheds were destroyed. The tornado continued into southern Attala county and steadily decreased in intensity. Damage consisted mostly of tree damage and power lines down. The tornado dissipated after crossing Center Road. This tornado was quite wide (1200 yds, roughly 0.7 miles) and was on the ground for 10.6 miles. Maximum winds were around 115 mph.

Tornado, Attala

When
March 30, 4:36 PM CST to 4:43 PM CST
Where
Attala County, 7.89 mi SSE of Williamsville to 8.57 mi ESE of Williamsville
Rating
EF1
Path length
5.71 mi
Path width
700 yd
Property damage
$150,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.931, -89.512

This strong tornado started in the Singleton community along Minshew Road and tracked northeast into southern Attala County before dissipating. The tornado grew and intensified quickly along Corinth and Faulkner Roads. Thousands of trees were uprooted or snapped and several homes had minor damage. A few sheds were destroyed and many power lines were downed. The tornado peaked in intensity as it crossed Singleton Road and Highway 35. Significant tree damage occurred in this area. Multiple homes and buildings sustained varying degrees of damage. Many power lines were down here as well. The tornado then crossed Big Springs and Daugherty Roads where substantial tree damage continued. Some homes also sustained mostly minor damage. The tornado weakened some as it approached the county line. Three homes sustained|moderate roof damage and a couple sheds were destroyed. The tornado continued into southern Attala county and steadily decreased in intensity. Damage consisted mostly of tree damage and power lines down. The tornado dissipated after crossing Center Road. This tornado was quite wide (1200 yds, roughly 0.7 miles in Leake County) and was on the ground for 10.6 miles. Maximum winds were around 115 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind, Rankin

When
March 30, 4:40 PM CST
Where
Rankin County, 0.58 mi E of Pelahatchie
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$3,000
Reported by
Social Media
Coordinates
32.320, -89.790

A tree was blown down onto power lines in Pelahatchie.

Thunderstorm Wind, Scott

When
March 30, 5:00 PM CST
Where
Scott County, 0.9 mi NW of Forkville
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Social Media
Coordinates
32.460, -89.660

Trees were blown down onto power lines in the Forkville community.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lawrence

When
March 30, 5:20 PM CST
Where
Lawrence County, 0.69 mi N of Silver Creek
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
31.610, -90.000

Trees were blown down in the Silver Creek area.

Thunderstorm Wind, Smith

When
March 30, 5:32 PM CST
Where
Smith County, 1.81 mi SE of Daniel
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.110, -89.700

A roof was partially lifted off of a house.

Thunderstorm Wind, Oktibbeha

When
March 30, 5:43 PM CST
Where
Oktibbeha County, 1.1 mi ESE of Starkville
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$15,000
Reported by
Broadcast Media
Coordinates
33.464, -88.812

A tree fell onto a home on Caldwell Street.

Thunderstorm Wind, Winston

When
March 30, 5:45 PM CST to 5:47 PM CST
Where
Winston County, 1.81 mi NNW of Loakfoma to 1.74 mi NNW of Loakfoma
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$5,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
33.275, -88.909

A tree was blown down along Highway 25 near the Oktibbeha/Winston counties line. Another tree was blown down across Raymond Williams Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Winston

When
March 30, 5:45 PM CST
Where
Winston County, 2.82 mi SSE of Noxapater
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$2,000
Reported by
Trained Spotter
Coordinates
32.960, -89.040

A tree was blown down along Johnson 5 Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Winston

When
March 30, 5:52 PM CST
Where
Winston County, 3.64 mi SSW of Betheden
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$2,000
Reported by
Trained Spotter
Coordinates
33.170, -88.970

Trees were blown down on Betheden Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Marion

When
March 30, 5:59 PM CST
Where
Marion County, 5.32 mi W of Pickwick
Measured
54 kt (62 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$20,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
31.130, -89.940

Trees and fences were blown down. A chicken house was also damage in the area of Turnage Chapel Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Smith

When
March 30, 6:05 PM CST to 6:09 PM CST
Where
Smith County, 1.46 mi WNW of Taylorsville to 1.16 mi E of Taylorsville
Measured
55 kt (63 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$100,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
31.838, -89.453

Severe thunderstorms caused wind damage across Taylorsville. Power poles were snapped and trees fell onto a mobile home, trailer and a house in town. Trees and power lines were blown down in town as well.

Thunderstorm Wind, Kemper

When
March 30, 6:38 PM CST
Where
Kemper County, 0.69 mi S of Lynville
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$2,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.840, -88.820

A tree was blown down on Lynville Road.

Tornado, Lamar

When
March 30, 6:44 PM CST to 6:47 PM CST
Where
Lamar County, 2.91 mi WSW of Oak Grove to 1.12 mi W of Oak Grove
Rating
EF1
Path length
1.85 mi
Path width
425 yd
Property damage
$20,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
31.265, -89.466

A tornado touched down near the intersection of Hwy 589 and Ford Loop and moved northeast causing tree damage. Several branches and trunks were snapped along with some trees being uprooted. The tornado continued northeast crossing Travertine Drive, where it caused roof damage to a house in the surrounding neighborhood. The tornado continued through the intersection of Grand Blvd and Crestwick Drive, where more tree damage occurred and finally ended between Cameron Road and Summer Place. The maximum estimated wind speed of this tornado was 100 mph.

Tornado, Lamar

When
March 30, 6:44 PM CST to 6:47 PM CST
Where
Lamar County, 0.99 mi ESE of Purvis to 1.83 mi E of Okahola
Rating
EF0
Path length
5.07 mi
Path width
25 yd
Continued into
Forrest, Ms (JAN)
Property damage
$25,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
31.145, -89.404

This weak tornado began on the east side of downtown Purvis near the intersection of US Highway 11 and MS Highway 589 where a portion of a gas station canopy was removed, minor tree damage occurred, and a sign was blown down. The tornado continued northeast downing trees and snapping large tree branches as it crossed US 11, Sherlock Herring Road, and Harold Tucker Road, E Hill Road, and White Chapel Road. On E Hill Road, a portion of a metal roof was blown off. The tornado lifted as it reached Interstate 59 in western Forrest County where additional minor tree damage was noted. The maximum estimated wind speed of this tornado was 85 mph. Total path length was 7.3 miles.

Thunderstorm Wind, Noxubee

When
March 30, 6:47 PM CST
Where
Noxubee County, 2.07 mi N of Gholson
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$2,000
Reported by
Social Media
Coordinates
32.960, -88.730

A tree was blown down on Sandhill Road.

Tornado, Forrest

When
March 30, 6:47 PM CST to 6:52 PM CST
Where
Forrest County, 5.72 mi SSW of Bonhomie to 3.81 mi S of Bonhomie
Rating
EF0
Path length
2.22 mi
Path width
25 yd
Property damage
$10,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
31.201, -89.349

This weak tornado began on the east side of downtown Purvis near the intersection of US Highway 11 and MS Highway 589 where a portion of a gas station canopy was removed, minor tree damage occurred, and a sign was blown down. The tornado continued northeast downing trees and snapping large tree branches as it crossed US 11, Sherlock Herring Road, and Harold Tucker Road, E Hill Road, and White Chapel Road. On E Hill Road, a portion of a metal roof was blown off. The tornado lifted as it reached Interstate 59 in western Forrest County where additional minor tree damage was noted. The maximum estimated wind speed of this tornado was 85 mph. Total path length was 7.3 miles.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lowndes

When
March 30, 6:49 PM CST
Where
Lowndes County, College
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$6,000
Reported by
Broadcast Media
Coordinates
33.500, -88.420

Several trees were blown down in Columbus.

Thunderstorm Wind, Forrest

When
March 30, 6:54 PM CST
Where
Forrest County, 3.14 mi SW of Mc Callum
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Injuries
0 direct, 1 indirect
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
31.200, -89.260

A tree fell onto US Highway 49. Later, a driver was injured after their car crashed into the fallen tree.

Thunderstorm Wind, Clarke

When
March 30, 7:00 PM CST
Where
Clarke County, 1.36 mi ENE of Stonewall
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$15,000
Reported by
Social Media
Coordinates
32.140, -88.780

Two trees were blown down onto a house in Stonewall which resulted in minor roof damage.

Tornado, Clarke

When
March 30, 7:01 PM CST to 7:04 PM CST
Where
Clarke County, 1.42 mi WNW of Enterprise to 1.94 mi N of Enterprise
Rating
EF0
Path length
2.13 mi
Path width
125 yd
Property damage
$35,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.186, -88.843

A weak tornado developed northwest of Enterprise, causing mainly tree damage along its path. One home off of County Road 371 had a small section of metal roofing removed, and another along the path had some shingle damage. The tornado tracked nearly 2 miles from near County Road 371 northeast to County Road 375 north of|the intersection with US Highway 11, where several large trees were uprooted. Numerous large limbs were snapped along the path. The tornado was a 125 yards at the widest with winds up to 80 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind, Clarke

When
March 30, 7:04 PM CST
Where
Clarke County, 0.58 mi W of Basic City
Measured
50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage
$2,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.220, -88.780

Thunderstorm winds resulted in some shingle damage and a snapped tree at a house near County Road 377 and County Road 379 in the Basic City area.

Tornado, Clarke

When
March 30, 7:06 PM CST to 7:07 PM CST
Where
Clarke County, 2.24 mi NW of Sable to 2.26 mi NW of Sable
Rating
EF0
Path length
0.15 mi
Path width
25 yd
Continued into
Lauderdale, Ms (JAN)
Property damage
$2,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.223, -88.707

The tornado started near Clarkdale Attendance Center and moved across the sports complex causing significant damage to the softball field. Most of the wooden fence around the field was knocked down and small part of the metal roofing on a building|just outside the fence was lifted. The awning over the dugout was blown off causing the structure to fail, where it damage a section of the bleachers. Most of the metal roofing was removed from the announcer's building. Several trees on the campus and just across the street were uprooted. A small metal building used for the bathroom was lifted off of the foundation. The tornado continued to track northeast, snapping large limbs and uprooting trees before dissipating in a wooded area off Springhill Road. The storm was a little over 3.5 miles long, about 50 yards wide with the strongest winds around 90 mph in Lauderdale County.

Tornado, Lauderdale

When
March 30, 7:07 PM CST to 7:13 PM CST
Where
Lauderdale County, 5.37 mi SE of Savoy to 2.59 mi SW of Zero
Rating
EF1
Path length
3.51 mi
Path width
50 yd
Property damage
$150,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.225, -88.705

The tornado started near Clarkdale Attendance Center and moved across the sports complex causing significant damage to the softball field. Most of the wooden fence around the field was knocked down and small part of the metal roofing on a building|just outside the fence was lifted. The awning over the dugout was blown off causing the structure to fail, where it damage a section of the bleachers. Most of the metal roofing was removed from the announcer's building. Several trees on the campus and just across the street were uprooted. A small metal building used for the bathroom was lifted off of the foundation. The tornado continued to track northeast, snapping large limbs and uprooting trees before dissipating in a wooded area off Springhill Road. The storm was a little over 3.6 miles long, about 50 yards wide with the strongest winds around 90 mph in Lauderdale County.

Tornado, Noxubee

When
March 30, 7:08 PM CST to 7:20 PM CST
Where
Noxubee County, 0.08 mi NE of Mc Leod to 2.31 mi ESE of Ravine
Rating
EF2
Path length
10.99 mi
Path width
400 yd
Injuries
2 direct, 0 indirect
Property damage
$250,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
33.101, -88.469

This tornado began just north of MS Highway 14, where some minor tree damage occurred. It continued northeast before crossing Douglass Road, where minor tree damage occurred including uprooting and snapping many trees, before crossing into an area of chicken houses. One chicken house collapsed with minor tree damage and tin strewn in the treeline just to the northeast. It then crossed B&D Road, where a small storage outbuilding was completely destroyed, a chicken house had loss of tin roofing and increasing tree damage occurred. It then continued northeast across Prairie Point Road. A tornado debris signature was evident on radar just northeast of B&D Road and just south of Prairie Point Road. The tornado became nearly the widest at this point,|around a quarter of a mile wide. Three power poles were snapped, and tree damage intensified. In this area, the tornado increased to EF-2 intensity. Many softwood trees were snapped nearly halfway down the trunks. A residential home roof uplift occurred, with a large portion of the roof missing and the eastern wall removed. A tin metal storage building s wall panels were removed. Just northeast of this building, another open metal storage building was completely destroyed. At this area of the home and|open metal storage building, moderate EF-2 damage was observed, and the highest rating of around 130-135 mph was assigned. Some concrete pillars were moved, with one completely removed and missing. These concrete pillars were rebared into a steel plate a few feet below ground. The tornado then crossed Howard Hill Road, Buggs Ferry Road, and Hummer Loop where minor tree damage occurred. A mobile home was rolled on Fox Chase Road, numerous trees were snapped and uprooted in this area, and minor shingle damage occurred to a home. When crossing a field just southwest of Tom Bennett Road, two farming irrigation pivots were overturned in a nearby field. A storage outbuilding was destroyed and loss of tin occurred just northeast of this location. EF-2 damage occurred to a mobile home that was rolled and destroyed,|with debris strewn all over the area. Two occupants of the mobile home were thrown a considerable distance into a nearby forested area, causing some unknown injuries. A mobile home just north on Tom Bennett Road had minor roof damage, and an uprooted tree fell on top of it. The tornado began to weaken and narrow before crossing Sandyland Road, where minor tree damage occurred. The tornado lifted shortly thereafter before crossing the Alabama state line.

Tornado, Forrest

When
March 30, 7:11 PM CST to 7:20 PM CST
Where
Forrest County, 4.29 mi SSE of Carnes to 3.62 mi E of Maxie
Rating
EF2
Path length
7.86 mi
Path width
500 yd
Continued into
Perry, Ms (MOB)
Property damage
$250,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
30.920, -89.252

Satellite imagery and aerial footage from the Mississippi Forestry Commission placed the start of this tornado in a wooded area along Indian Creek east of Carnes Rd and just north of the Stone County line. Northeastward along the path, there was an extensive swath of snapped and uprooted trees leading up to MS Highway 13. The tornado reached a peak intensity of 115 mph (EF-2) as it emerged from the woods and passed through two stands of pine trees at a blueberry farm. Drone imagery showed extensive tree damage in both stands of pine trees with numerous trees snapped, |especially near the center of the tornado track where nearly every tree was downed. The tornado maintained high end EF-1 intensity and snapped numerous pine trees as it crossed Highway 13. The tornado then moved parallel to Cozy Corner Road where additional trees were downed and several homes sustained roof damage. An RV trailer was also rolled and several outbuildings sustained substantial damage. The tornado narrowed and began to weaken as it crossed US Highway 49 where a few trees were uprooted/snapped along with large branches down. Sporadic EF-0 to EF-1 tree damage continued northeast as the tornado crossed Moffett Road and C L Slade Road. The tornado weakened to EF-0 intensity as it crossed into Perry County (covered |by NWS Mobile) before dissipating near New York Road. Total path length was around 11.6 miles for the entire tornado.

Tornado, Lauderdale

When
March 30, 7:24 PM CST to 7:35 PM CST
Where
Lauderdale County, 2.01 mi ENE of Vimville to 0.42 mi NNE of Smith
Rating
EF1
Path length
6.83 mi
Path width
200 yd
Property damage
$50,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.342, -88.538

This tornado began in a wooded area to the southwest of Old Wire Rd where a number of pine trees were snapped or uprooted. The tornado moved northeast crossing Old Wire Rd as well as Linton Rd where additional softwood pine trees were snapped or uprooted along with a number of large branches. The tornado reached peak intensity as it crossed Highway 496 where numerous pine trees were snapped and power lines were downed. The tornado narrowed and began to weaken slightly as it crossed Sam Hurt Rd and the western end of Shelby Gressett Road downing a few trees and snapped multiple large limbs. Uprooted trees continued to be noted where the tornado crossed I-20. Several trees were uprooted along Smith Spur Rd and an old gas station canopy was toppled along US Highway 80. The tornado quickly dissipated near US Highway 80 shortly thereafter. The maximum estimated wind speed of this tornado was 105 mph.

Tornado, Lauderdale

When
March 30, 7:31 PM CST to 7:37 PM CST
Where
Lauderdale County, 2.6 mi SSW of Smith to 1.03 mi SE of Kewanee
Rating
EF1
Path length
3.88 mi
Path width
250 yd
Property damage
$75,000
Reported by
NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates
32.384, -88.494

A second tornado near Toomsuba began just southwest of Sam Hurt Rd approximately 0.35 miles south of where the first tornado crossed. The tornado quickly strengthened to EF-1 and snapped multiple pine trees. The tornado continued northeast along the|eastern portion of Shelby Gressett Rd where a manufactured home sustained significant structural damage to the roof and upwind exterior wall. Tin was also peeled off a shed and cinder block walls were shifted. The tornado weakened to EF-0 as it crossed Smith Spur Rd along with Wright Spur Rd and Kewanee Rd where mainly large limbs were snapped along with an occasional tree uprooted. The tornado dissipated just east of Kewanee Rd in a wooded area. The maximum estimated wind speed of this tornado was 100 mph.

What these are

Strong Wind
Non-thunderstorm winds below high wind criteria that nonetheless caused damage or casualties.
High Wind
Sustained non-thunderstorm winds of 40 mph or more for an hour, or gusts of 58 mph or more.
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.

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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: 1051613, 1017076, 1051616, 1051636, 1051640, 1051641, 1051645, 1051646, 1051599, 1017085, 1051647, 1017091, 1017089, 1051602, 1017090, 1017289, 1017094, 1017093, 1017086, 1017288, 1034263, 1017292, 1017295, 1051649, 1017296, 1034264, 1051651, 1051654, 1051655, 1035744, 1035745, 1017297, 1017304, 1017305, 1034269, 1017307, 1017308, 1017309, 1034256, 1017311, and more.