March 1, 2023

4 NE Hazel Green While this tornado was very narrow and very short-lived, it did manage to cause a significant amount of damage to structures along Short Track Dr. in New Market. The tornado likely spun-up very quickly east of Roy Davis Rd and, just as quickly, lifted just east of Short Track Rd. The damage path length was estimated to be 0.14 miles (or a mere 246 yards) while the width of damage was only about 25 yards. Regardless of its life span and size, several houses experienced roof damage with greater than 20% loss along with a pickup truck that tipped over. One single family residence had significant roof loss, but walls remained in tact. This prompted the rating of a high-end EF-1. The lack of peripheral damage to trees and power lines was a factor for not rating higher. The tornado likely lifted just east of Short Track Dr. before entering a wooded area. No subsequent damage was noted beyond this point. Start: 34.9504/-86.5074 End: 34.9509/-86.5051

NWS EF Scale: F1

Part of 2-tornado outbreak on March 1, 2023