Tornadoes and Hail in Florida, April 25 to 27, 2023

Name: Tornadoes and Hail in Florida, April 25 to 27, 2023
Start: 2023-04-25T19:10
End: 2023-04-27T18:57
Location: Florida

April 25 to 27, 2023 · NWS TAE · 37 events in 8 counties and zones

A strong spring storm system moved through the area with ample instability and shear for severe weather. Numerous reports of severe weather were received across the tri-state area.

Where it happened

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Floods
Wind
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Heat and drought
Cold
Fire, smoke and dust
Marine and coastal
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The toll

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 2
Property damage: $1.3 million
Crop damage: None recorded
Events: 37

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 TAE wrote it up.

A strong spring storm system moved through the area with ample instability and shear for severe weather. Numerous reports of severe weather were received across the tri-state area. Two tornadoes occurred across southwest Georgia, and seven tornadoes occurred across the eastern Florida panhandle and big bend. An EF2 tornado produced significant damage in the town of Hosford, FL.

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 Tallahassee, FL wrote its last area forecast discussion before the first event at Apr 25, 6:43 PM EST, 27 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Apr 25, 6:43 PM EST, 27 minutes before

Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Tallahassee FL
743 PM EDT Tue Apr 25 2023

...New AVIATION...

.NEAR TERM...
(Through Wednesday)
Issued at 309 PM EDT Tue Apr 25 2023

Zonal 500mb flow is in place across the Deep South with sprawling
surface high pressure across the eastern CONUS keeping quasi-
moist low-level east to southeast flow in place across the
forecast area. This will support a smattering of showers and
storms associated with the east coast seabreeze late this
afternoon/evening, before activity dissipates. For Wednesday, an
approaching shortwave may help to enhance the coverage versus
today, so will have slightly higher PoPs. In addition, with the
modest westerly flow aloft, and relatively cool mid-level
temperatures, a few storms could be strong, especially late in the
afternoon along the I-75/Suwanee River Corridor.

&&

.SHORT TERM...
(Wednesday night through Thursday night)
Issued at 309 PM EDT Tue Apr 25 2023

An upper level shortwave trough will be passing over the southern
plains at the start of this period. We can expect a weakening
cold front to head towards the Tri-State region during the day on
Thursday, bringing a chance for showers and thunderstorms in the
form of a possible MCS. The SPC currently has a Marginal (1 of 5)
Risk for severe storms in our Central Time Zone counties for
Thursday evening. Instability and Lapse Rates look promising
enough for the threats to be gusty winds and large hail. With
forecast PWATS around 1.5" and above, heavy rainfall is also a
concern. The WPC has highlighted most of the CWA in a Marginal (1
of 4) Risk for Excessive Rainfall on Thursday. The cold front is
not expected to make it entirely through the CWA before falling
apart, as the upper level support lifts to the north.

PoPs for Wednesday night are minimal around 10% and less but will
increase to 50-70% for Thursday afternoon. About 70-80% PoPs for
Thursday night heading into Friday morning for the entire CWA.

Temperatures for the start of the term will begin in the low to
mid 60s for Thursday morning and is expected to warm to the low to
mid 80s, with the higher temperatures around the I-75 corridor
and the extreme SE Big Bend, approaching 90. Thursday night will
be a little warmer than Wednesday with Low temperatures in the mid
60s.

&&

.LONG TERM...
(Friday through Monday)
Issued at 309 PM EDT Tue Apr 25 2023

This term is a little more complicated. A troughing pattern will
still be in place at the start of the term, as showers and
thunderstorms linger following Thursday's front. PoPs for Friday
are elevated at around 70-80%, decreasing from west to east
through the day and evening. There is model disagreement as to
when this weekend the next system is expected to impact the
region. The timing looks to begin Saturday night into Sunday
morning, but it could be extended to include all of Sunday. At the
moment, it is too soon to tell if there will be severe weather
and what the threats could be. Although, the ingredients such as
instability and shear are conducive for severe weather potential.
We will continue to monitor as we get closer to system
development. Yet, following the weekend's cold frontal passage,
there appears to be a consensus that a cooler and drier air mass
will set in over the region for the start of the next work week.

Temperatures for the long term will begin with the morning Lows
in the mid 60s and cooling to the 50s by Monday following the cold
front. Afternoon Highs will be in the low 80s on Friday, briefly
warming to the mid-80s for Saturday before cooling down again by
Sunday with temperatures in the upper 70s to low 80s for the
remainder of the term.

&&

.AVIATION...
(00Z TAFS)
Issued at 742 PM EDT Tue Apr 25 2023

Convection near TLH and VLD is expected to dissipate early this
evening with VFR conditions prevailing for most of the night. Some
MVFR ceilings could affect DHN, ECP, and VLD Wednesday morning for a
few hours.

&&

.MARINE...
Issued at 309 PM EDT Tue Apr 25 2023

An easterly flow pattern will continue through Wednesday night,
bringing typical nighttime and morning surges of winds, then
afternoon lulls. Winds will become southerly and increase on
Thursday, as low pressure moves from eastern Texas across the
Lower Mississippi Valley. A cold front will try to cross the
waters beginning on Thursday night, but it should weaken and
dissipate while it tries. A more substantial cold front may cross
the waters around Sunday.

&&

.FIRE WEATHER...
Issued at 309 PM EDT Tue Apr 25 2023

Higher humidity levels and weaker winds, along with scattered
showers and thunderstorms will keep fire weather concerns to a
minimum on Wednesday. A front will approach on Thursday, with
additional showers and thunderstorms, especially across the
western portions of the area. High dispersions will be possible
Thursday afternoon across eastern portions of the region.

&&

.HYDROLOGY...
Issued at 309 PM EDT Tue Apr 25 2023

Flooding is not expected through Thursday.

The next significant round of rain will come in a few rounds from
Thursday night through about Saturday, and another round for
Saturday night into Sunday. Over these three days, total rainfall
of 1.5 to 3 inches should be common for Thursday through Friday,
and perhaps another inch on top of that for Sunday's rain. In
response, rivers will rise late this week into the weekend, but
rivers are currently expected to remain within their banks.
Although, urban and street flooding may be possible with the
heavier thunderstorms.

&&

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not requested. However, spotters are always
encouraged to safely report significant weather conditions when they
occur (while following all local, state, and CDC guidelines) by
calling the office or tweeting us @NWSTallahassee.

&&

.PRELIMINARY POINT TEMPS/POPS...
Tallahassee   82  62  86  63 /  40  20  20  10
Panama City   78  63  81  66 /  20  10  10  10
Dothan        80  59  82  62 /  10  10  30   0
Albany        81  58  83  60 /  10  10  20   0
Valdosta      81  60  83  59 /  40  10  20   0
Cross City    84  60  86  61 /  40  20  30  10
Apalachicola  76  66  77  68 /  10   0  10  10

&&

.TAE WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
FL...High Rip Current Risk until 11 PM EDT this evening for FLZ115.

GA...None.
AL...None.
GM...None.
&&

NEAR TERM...Camp
SHORT TERM...Montgomery
LONG TERM....Montgomery
AVIATION...DVD
MARINE...Montgomery
FIRE WEATHER...Camp
HYDROLOGY...Montgomery

In the hours before

Special weather statement, Apr 25, 5:59 PM EST, 1 hour 11 minutes before

Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Tallahassee FL
659 PM EDT Tue Apr 25 2023

FLZ017-252330-
Leon FL-
659 PM EDT Tue Apr 25 2023

...A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of north central Leon
County through 730 PM EDT...

At 658 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7
miles east of Havana, moving east at 10 mph.

HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 mph and pea 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.

Locations impacted include...
Tallahassee, Killearn Estates, Lake Iamonia, Lake Jackson,
Bradfordville, Orchard Pond, Maclay State Gardens, Killearn Lakes,
Forest Meadows Park and Pisgah Church.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.

&&

LAT...LON 3050 8417 3054 8439 3055 8439 3058 8437
      3060 8434 3060 8433 3062 8432 3064 8430
      3066 8430 3063 8414
TIME...MOT...LOC 2258Z 278DEG 11KT 3059 8430

MAX HAIL SIZE...0.25 IN
MAX WIND GUST...40 MPH

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Special weather statement, Apr 25, 7:02 PM EST, 8 minutes before

Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Tallahassee FL
802 PM EDT Tue Apr 25 2023

FLZ019-260030-
Madison FL-
802 PM EDT Tue Apr 25 2023

...A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of southeastern Madison
County through 830 PM EDT...

At 802 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Dowling Park, or 12 miles southwest of Suwannee River State Park,
moving east at 5 mph.

HAZARD...Winds in excess of 30 mph and pea 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 storm will remain over mainly rural areas of southeastern
Madison County.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.

&&

LAT...LON 3037 8319 3035 8319 3035 8321 3031 8321
      3029 8323 3026 8324 3026 8343 3036 8342
      3041 8321 3041 8318 3038 8318
TIME...MOT...LOC 0002Z 259DEG 5KT 3029 8332

MAX HAIL SIZE...0.25 IN
MAX WIND GUST...30 MPH

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The radar

The Moody AFB radar (KVAX), 68 km away, was scanning. The volume nearest the first event began at 00:07 UTC.

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Event by event

23 thunderstorm wind, 7 tornado, 5 hail, 1 lightning, 1 funnel cloud. Local standard time, as filed.

Hail, Madison

When: April 25, 7:10 PM EST
Where: Madison County, 4.87 mi S of Lee
Measured: 0.88 in hail
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 30.340, -83.310

Hail, Bay

When: April 27, 11:30 AM CST
Where: Bay County, 0.69 mi N of Gulf Resort Beach
Measured: 1.25 in hail
Reported by: Public
Coordinates: 30.230, -85.890

Quarter to half dollar sized hail was reported at the intersection of Highway 79 and 98.

Thunderstorm Wind, Bay

When: April 27, 11:35 AM CST
Where: Bay County, 2.26 mi NW of Hollywood Beach
Measured: 50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Reported by: Public
Coordinates: 30.270, -85.980

Trees were blown down. This report was obtained via mping.

Lightning, Bay

When: April 27, 12:00 PM CST
Where: Bay County, 0.91 mi NW of (Pfn)panama City Arpt
Injuries: 1 direct, 0 indirect
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 30.210, -85.690

A man was struck by lightning in the Panama City area.

Hail, Bay

When: April 27, 12:02 PM CST
Where: Bay County, 1.92 mi WSW of Southport
Measured: 1.5 in hail
Reported by: Public
Coordinates: 30.270, -85.670

This 1.5 inch hail report was obtained from mping.

Hail, Bay

When: April 27, 12:04 PM CST
Where: Bay County, 0.91 mi NW of Lynn Haven
Measured: 1.75 in hail
Reported by: Public
Coordinates: 30.240, -85.650

Funnel Cloud, Bay

When: April 27, 12:05 PM CST
Where: Bay County, 0.91 mi SE of (Pfn)panama City Arpt
Reported by: Public
Coordinates: 30.190, -85.670

A funnel cloud was reported at 426 West 23rd Street in Panama City.

Hail, Bay

When: April 27, 12:08 PM CST
Where: Bay County, 1.38 mi S of Vicksburg
Measured: 1.75 in hail
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 30.300, -85.660

Numerous reports of golf ball sized hail were received.

Tornado, Calhoun

When: April 27, 1:14 PM CST to 1:15 PM CST
Where: Calhoun County, 1.38 mi N of Scotts Ferry to 1.78 mi NNE of Scotts Ferry
Rating: EF0
Path length: 0.51 mi
Path width: 50 yd
Reported by: Trained Spotter
Coordinates: 30.310, -85.130

A trained spotter reported that he saw a tornado briefly touch down along Highway 71 with downed trees. This tornado was rated EF0 due to the tree damage. No structures were impacted in this rural area.

Thunderstorm Wind, Calhoun

When: April 27, 1:29 PM CST
Where: Calhoun County, 0.69 mi N of Scotts Ferry
Measured: 50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 30.300, -85.130

A tree was blown down on Highway 71 south near Williams Memorial.

Thunderstorm Wind, Bay

When: April 27, 1:42 PM CST
Where: Bay County, Sunnyside
Measured: 51 kt (59 mph) measured gust
Reported by: Mesonet
Coordinates: 30.250, -85.940

An Ambient Weather Station measured a wind gust of 51 knots or 59 mph.

Tornado, Liberty

When: April 27, 2:54 PM EST to 3:05 PM EST
Where: Liberty County, 1.67 mi WSW of Hosford to 1.19 mi NNE of Hosford
Rating: EF2
Path length: 2.5 mi
Path width: 960 yd
Property damage: $500,000
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates: 30.383, -84.817

A large tornado touched down on the southwest side of Hosford, FL just west of NE Shadow Lane. The tornado snapped or uprooted several trees on NE Chester Street and NE Liberty Circle. There was some minor roof damage in this quadrant of town and a few damaged outbuildings. In the center of town, near the intersection of SR 20 and SR 65, a gas station and adjacent building suffered minor roof damage. Most damage in these areas was consistent with EF0 or EF1 winds. The tornado continued northeastward along SR 65 where the the highest concentration of damage was found. Damage to homes and snapped trees were noted on both sides of the highway with the trees felled in opposite directions on either side of the road. Several outbuildings were destroyed or heavily damaged. Several homes sustained roof damage on either side of the road. The most significant damage occurred just north of NE Granny Annie Road on SR 65. One single family home had the roof and back porch completely removed. An adjacent home on the same property had the roof of a second story bedroom removed with partial collapse of the walls. The tree damage in this area was also extensive. Winds in this location were estimated to be 125 mph, which justifies an EF2 rating. The tornado was also rather wide with a width around one-half mile at times. The tornado continued to the northeast along SR 65 for a short while, snapping trees along the way before potentially lifting. It is possible the tornado continued east of SR 65 for a ways, but there was no way for the survey team to access these areas. Damage cost was estimated.

Tornado, Bay

When: April 27, 2:04 PM CST to 2:05 PM CST
Where: Bay County, 1.95 mi NW of Lynn Haven to 1.84 mi SSW of Southport
Rating: EF1
Path length: 0.8 mi
Path width: 75 yd
Property damage: $200,000
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates: 30.248, -85.665

The tornado likely first touched down against the tree line along the bay across from A.L. Kinsaul Park. The initial damage included some roof damage to a gazebo where the panels were blown off. It looks like at the strongest damage point it was estimated that the tornado was 75 yards in width. Just across from the park to the northeast, the roof of a house was nearly completely destroyed. There was a carport attached to the roof which was demolished, and the roof was then lifted off and carried across maybe 20 yards across the street and impacted another house. This second house had the cars in the driveway lifted and turned a few feet. The home suffered structural damage to the front wall with cracks spreading towards the back of the home. These two homes appeared to suffered the most direct damage. Turning north down the road, the neighborhood had similar damage to siding of the homes as most of the damage came from a southwest to northeast direction. Snapped trees, patio furniture tossed, and broken windows were the most common impacts. Near the end of the path, a large shed's roof was lifted off and carried a few feet away. About 3/4 mile northeast of the start point, the tornado likely weakened as the damage becomes more minor consisting of roof siding damage and snapped twigs. On the northern sides of homes, hail damage was evident due to hail being driven onto the sides of homes on the north side of the tornado. This tornado was rated EF1 with max winds estimated at 110 mph. Total damage cost was estimated.

Thunderstorm Wind, Bay

When: April 27, 2:04 PM CST
Where: Bay County, (Pam)tyndall Afb
Measured: 51 kt (59 mph) measured gust
Reported by: AWOS
Coordinates: 30.070, -85.570

KPAM measured a wind gust of 51 knots or 59 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind, Bay

When: April 27, 2:05 PM CST
Where: Bay County, 1.51 mi SSW of Lynn Haven
Measured: 66 kt (76 mph) measured gust
Reported by: Mesonet
Coordinates: 30.210, -85.650

A 66 knot or 76 mph wind gust was measured by the Bay County Sheriff's Office WeatherSTEM station.

Tornado, Calhoun

When: April 27, 2:33 PM CST to 2:35 PM CST
Where: Calhoun County, 1.83 mi SW of Chipola Park to 0.96 mi SSW of Chipola Park
Rating: EF0
Path length: 0.9 mi
Path width: 50 yd
Reported by: NWS Employee
Coordinates: 30.210, -85.220

A well defined TDS occurred in a rural area in far southern Calhoun county. No structures were in the path to be impacted. This tornado was rated EF0 due to tree damage.

Thunderstorm Wind, Calhoun

When: April 27, 3:00 PM CST
Where: Calhoun County, Scotts Ferry
Measured: 50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 30.290, -85.130

Several trees were blown down.

Tornado, Wakulla

When: April 27, 4:21 PM EST to 4:26 PM EST
Where: Wakulla County, 6.4 mi N of Smith Creek to 8.27 mi NNE of Smith Creek
Rating: EF0
Path length: 2.3 mi
Path width: 50 yd
Reported by: NWS Employee
Coordinates: 30.272, -84.637

A TDS occurred in northwestern Wakulla county in a rural, forested area with no structures to impact. This tornado was rated EF0 due to tree damage.

Thunderstorm Wind, Wakulla

When: April 27, 4:45 PM EST
Where: Wakulla County, Crawfordville
Measured: 55 kt (63 mph) estimated gust
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 30.170, -84.370

Numerous trees were blown down across the area.

Thunderstorm Wind, Wakulla

When: April 27, 5:00 PM EST
Where: Wakulla County, 1.38 mi WNW of Wakulla
Measured: 50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $2,000
Reported by: Utility Company
Coordinates: 30.240, -84.250

Fallen trees and limbs resulted in a power outage.

Thunderstorm Wind, Gadsden

When: April 27, 5:07 PM EST
Where: Gadsden County, 1.5 mi SSW of Shady Rest
Measured: 56 kt (64 mph) measured gust
Property damage: $2,000
Reported by: Trained Spotter
Coordinates: 30.560, -84.490

A spotter estimated wind gusts between 60 and 70 mph with power outages.

Tornado, Gadsden

When: April 27, 5:14 PM EST to 5:18 PM EST
Where: Gadsden County, 1.13 mi ENE of Havana to 1.62 mi SSW of Concord
Rating: EF0
Path length: 1.48 mi
Path width: 75 yd
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates: 30.625, -84.392

A brief tornado touchdown occurred in Gadsden County along County Road 12A. Numerous pine trees were snapped and uprooted near the intersection of CR-12A and Leslie Lewis Road. A few other trees were uprooted before the tornado dissipated just west of Concord Road. This tornado was rated EF0 with max winds estimated at 80 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind, Leon

When: April 27, 5:15 PM EST
Where: Leon County, 1.38 mi S of Lake Jackson
Measured: 55 kt (63 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $25,000
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 30.510, -84.330

A tree was blown down onto a home in the 2900 block of Stokley Lane.

Thunderstorm Wind, Leon

When: April 27, 5:18 PM EST to 5:40 PM EST
Where: Leon County, 3.38 mi NW of Orchard Pond to 1.66 mi S of Iamonia
Measured: 70 kt (81 mph) estimated gust
Injuries: 1 direct, 0 indirect
Property damage: $75,000
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates: 30.618, -84.367

A corridor of intense straight line winds estimated near 80 mph moved from far Eastern Gadsden County into Northern Leon County. Damage was first noted with several trees down along Concord Road in Gadsden County. After crossing the Ochlockonee River, the area of intense winds uprooted or snapped several trees along Meridian Road about 2 miles north of Orchard Pond Parkway. The wind damage continued through Luna Plantation subdivision west of Bull Headley Road and along the south shore of Lake Iamonia. Damage in this area was large pines snapping or uprooting. One home was impacted in Luna Plantation subdivision by a falling tree. Tree limbs and other debris from the west side of Bull Headley Road impacted homes near the Chadwick Way entrance to Killearn Lakes. Four homes along the west side of Membrook Lane had roof damage, with one residence having damage to a car as well. Sporadic wind damage continued along the south shore of Lake Iamonia with several large pine trees snapped along Journeys End Road. A couple of homes sustained roof damage from tree impacts. Maximum winds of 80 mph are believed to have occurred in this portion of the damage path. A final area of damage occurred along US-319 near Cherokee Plantation Road where numerous trees were uprooted or snapped. One tree fell on a car causing 1 injury.

Thunderstorm Wind, Gadsden

When: April 27, 5:18 PM EST
Where: Gadsden County, Havana
Measured: 55 kt (63 mph) estimated gust
Reported by: Broadcast Media
Coordinates: 30.620, -84.410

Downed trees were reported.

Thunderstorm Wind, Leon

When: April 27, 5:20 PM EST
Where: Leon County, 2.07 mi N of Tallahassee Community College
Measured: 50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 30.470, -84.340

A tree was blown down over the road at Ocala and Tharpe.

Thunderstorm Wind, Leon

When: April 27, 5:24 PM EST to 5:36 PM EST
Where: Leon County, 1.67 mi SSW of Lake Iamonia to 0.93 mi ENE of Killearn Lakes
Measured: 70 kt (81 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $500,000
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates: 30.606, -84.256

A second corridor of enhanced straight line winds was noted across the Killearn Lakes and Golden Eagle Communities. This damage area was distinct from the damage area along Lake Iamonia in that debris fell to the east-southeast. This is still indicative of straight line winds. Initial damage was noted along Bull Headley Road and homes on the eastern edge of the Luna Pines neighborhood. Several trees were uprooted or snapped in this area. The wind damage footprint became locally intense into Killearn Lakes along Log Ridge Trail and Copperfield Circle. Several large pines were snapped, with a few homes being impacted by these falling pines. Damage continued across Deerlake West at the intersection of Copperfield Circle. Numerous trees in the median were snapped, all pointing to the east-southeast. The damage area became less concentrated while moving across Lake Monkey Business, Lake Dianne, and into the Golden Eagle Community. Numerous trees were downed across the Golden Eagle Golf Course and at several residences within the community. A locally intense area of damage was noted on Deerlake E just east of the entrance gate to Golden Eagle. Several trees in this area were snapped, with one falling across Deerlake East. Based on the survey, no damage associated with this corridor of stronger winds reached Thomasville Road. In total, Leon County Emergency management documented 8 homes with major damage, 15 homes with minor damage, and 10 homes that were affected. Damage cost was estimated.

Thunderstorm Wind, Leon

When: April 27, 5:25 PM EST
Where: Leon County, 2.48 mi ESE of Orchard Pond
Measured: 50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 30.580, -84.280

Trees were blown down on Meridian and Orchard Pond.

Thunderstorm Wind, Leon

When: April 27, 5:30 PM EST
Where: Leon County, 1.91 mi WNW of Killearn Lakes
Measured: 50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 30.590, -84.250

A tree was blown down across the road at Bannerman and Tequesta.

Thunderstorm Wind, Leon

When: April 27, 5:30 PM EST
Where: Leon County, Bradfordville
Measured: 50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 30.570, -84.220

A tree was blown down in the Bradfordville area over a roadway.

Thunderstorm Wind, Madison

When: April 27, 5:37 PM EST
Where: Madison County, 6.7 mi WSW of Sirmans
Measured: 50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 30.330, -83.770

A tree was blown down along Highway 19.

Tornado, Madison

When: April 27, 5:42 PM EST to 5:45 PM EST
Where: Madison County, 5.51 mi NW of Sirmans to 5.07 mi NW of Sirmans
Rating: EF1
Path length: 0.55 mi
Path width: 100 yd
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey
Coordinates: 30.395, -83.736

A tornado touched down in a rural area of far western Madison county, snapping and uprooting numerous trees. No structures were impacted. The tornado is rated EF1 with max winds estimated at 95 mph based on the tree damage. We would like to thank the Madison County Emergency Management for providing pictures from the area.

Thunderstorm Wind, Dixie

When: April 27, 6:50 PM EST
Where: Dixie County, 1.38 mi N of Cross City
Measured: 55 kt (63 mph) estimated gust
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 29.650, -83.120

Numerous trees were blown down along 122nd Street.

Thunderstorm Wind, Dixie

When: April 27, 6:50 PM EST
Where: Dixie County, 0.6 mi E of Shamrock
Measured: 55 kt (63 mph) estimated gust
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 29.640, -83.130

Trees were blown down along NE 118 Street.

Thunderstorm Wind, Dixie

When: April 27, 6:51 PM EST
Where: Dixie County, Eugene
Measured: 55 kt (63 mph) estimated gust
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 29.610, -83.080

Numerous trees were blown down along SE 471 St.

Thunderstorm Wind, Dixie

When: April 27, 6:55 PM EST
Where: Dixie County, 2.83 mi SSE of Old Town
Measured: 55 kt (63 mph) estimated gust
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 29.560, -82.970

Trees were blown down along SE Highway 346.

Thunderstorm Wind, Dixie

When: April 27, 6:57 PM EST
Where: Dixie County, 6.41 mi NE of (Cty)cross City Arpt
Measured: 55 kt (63 mph) estimated gust
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 29.700, -83.030

Numerous trees were blown down along NE Highway 351.

What these are

Hail: Hail three-quarters of an inch or larger, or smaller hail that caused damage, filed with the largest stone measured.
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.
Lightning: A lightning strike that killed, injured or caused damage.
Funnel Cloud: A rotating column of cloud extending from a thunderstorm that did not reach the ground.
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.

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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: 1091783, 1091784, 1091785, 1091786, 1091787, 1091788, 1091789, 1091790, 1090316, 1091791, 1091792, 1090343, 1090319, 1091793, 1091794, 1090325, 1091804, 1090333, 1091808, 1091810, 1091812, 1090320, 1091814, 1090322, 1091816, 1091827, 1090324, 1091828, 1091829, 1091830, 1091831, 1090317, 1091832, 1091833, 1091834, 1091835, 1091836.