Severe Thunderstorm Threat From the Central Plains to the Northeast; Extreme HeatRisk for the East Coast

Strong to severe thunderstorms are possible from the central Plains to the Northeast through this evening. Widespread damaging winds are the primary threat but hail and a tornado or two is also possible. Extremely dangerous heat continues across the Eastern U.S. Warm overnight low temperatures will provide little to no relief. Read More >

Slidell, LA Tornado - March 26, 2009

Rating:	EF-0
Estimated Maximum Wind:	65 mph
Injuries/Fatalities:	None
Damage Path Length:	250 yards
Maximum Path Width:	25 yards
Approximate Start Point/Time:	Devonshire and Admiral Nelson Dr. Slidell, LA 343 AM
Approximate End Point/Time:	Dunkirk and Admiral Nelson Dr. Slidell, LA 343 AM

A National Weather Service Damage Assessment Team has surveyed the storm damage in Slidell, LA. It has been determined the damage was the result of a tornado. The tornado has been rated an EF-0 on the Enhanced Fujita Scale. Damage estimates were consistent with winds of approximately 65 mph.

Very weak tornado moved through the Springhill Subdivision with minor tree damage and minor damage to a home observed. The damage occurred on Admiral Nelson Dr. The tornado damage path was 250 yards long and was 25 yards wide at its widest point. No injuries or fatalities were reported.

Siding damage on home	Mailbox blown over
Patio furniture moved	Trees limb broken off

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Severe Thunderstorm Threat From the Central Plains to the Northeast; Extreme HeatRisk for the East Coast

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