Winter Hazards Across the North; Heavy Rainfall Across the Gulf Coast; Severe Weather Outlook

Moisture across the northern Plains, upper Great Lakes into northern New England will likely bring a period of snow, sleet and freezing rain through this weekend. Meanwhile, heavy rainfall continues along the Gulf Coast with areas of flooding. Fire weather conditions continue for the areas of the Plains, southern Appalachians into portions of Florida. Severe thunderstorm potential increasing. Read More >

Overview

A storm survey was conducted for damage that occurred in Dierks, AR, as well as other locations, due to severe thunderstorms that moved through that area. The survey team concluded that an EF1 tornado occurred in Dierks. Below are photos of some of the storm damage that was sent to the National Weather Service in Shreveport by local residents.

Photos

This image was sent to the National Weather Service from Ramona H. of what appears to be a tornado near Dierks. This photo was taken shortly before 8:30pm

A laundromat was destroyed in Dierks. This photo was submitted to the National Weather Service by the Howard County Emergency Manager.

Another photo of a laundromat that was destroyed in Dierks. Notice debris that has been caught up in the nearby power lines. Photo submitted by Adam S.

Portions of a storage facility were destroyed in Dierks. Photo submitted by Adam S..

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Winter Hazards Across the North; Heavy Rainfall Across the Gulf Coast; Severe Weather Outlook

April 30, 2010: Tornado In Dierks, AR