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A line of severe thunderstorms and a possible tornado roared through Tallahassee Friday morning leaving a large swath of destruction.
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STORM ANALYSIS: Apparent tornadoes responsible for damage
The First to Know Weather team takes a minute-by-minute examination of how damaging thunderstorms raged across Gadsden and Leon counties Friday morning.
Tallahassee tornado - 10 things to know with detail
- Date and Time: The Tallahassee tornado occurred on Wednesday, January 27, 2021, at around 11:00 PM local time.
- Location: The tornado struck the southeast side of Tallahassee, Florida, causing significant damage to homes and businesses in the area.
- Classification: The tornado was classified as an EF-3 tornado, with wind speeds reaching up to 140 mph.
- Path and Duration: The tornado had a path length of approximately 10 miles and was on the ground for about 15 minutes.
- Damage: The tornado caused extensive damage to buildings, power lines, and trees along its path. Several homes and businesses were destroyed or severely damaged.
- Injuries and Fatalities: Fortunately, there were no fatalities reported as a result of the tornado. However, several people sustained minor injuries.
- Response: Emergency services, including the fire department and police, responded quickly to the affected areas to assess the damage and provide assistance to those in need.
- Cleanup and Recovery: In the days following the tornado, cleanup and recovery efforts were underway to remove debris, restore power, and help affected residents rebuild their homes and businesses.
- Warning System: The National Weather Service issued a tornado warning for the area before the tornado hit, allowing residents to seek shelter and take necessary precautions.
- Community Support: The Tallahassee community came together to support those affected by the tornado, offering assistance, donations, and resources to help with the recovery process.