EF1

March 24, 2023

10:14 PM
Lauderdale County, Alabama · Near Athens (ZIP 35648)
Fatalities
0
Injuries
0
Path Length
4.1 mi
Max Width
120 yd
DateMarch 24, 2023
Time10:14 PM
CountyLauderdale
CityAthens
Property Loss$0
Crop Loss$0
SourceSPC
NWS Birmingham

4 NNW Anderson - 4 W Lester The main damage indicators for this assessment were from uprooted or snap trees and minor structure damage, mainly to roofs. The tornado touched down off CR49, near West Fork Anderson Creek and tracked east-northeast along Highway 64. Along Highway 64, between CR 508 and CR 93, numerous trees were uprooted with a couple of snapped trees that fell on at least one home. Near CR 508, one home sustained roof damage with greater than 20% loss of roofing materials. Additionally, a small garage was completely destroyed when the garage door caved in. This location prompted the max winds of 97 mph. The tornado began tracking more northeast as it passed CR93. More trees were uprooted and sporadic limb damage was noted through CR207. The tornado likely lifted near this location. Start: 34.9685/-87.2904 End: 34.9880/-87.2244

NWS EF Scale: F1

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