National Weather Service Confirms EF-1 Tornado Near Avon

Share

The National Weather Service says it was a tornado that touched down last week near Avon. The twister touched down early Thursday morning, and was on the ground for about a mile. Forecasters say the tornado had top wind speeds of up to 110 miles-per-hour. No one was hurt when the tornado touched down, but teams with the Weather Service say there was plenty of damage at two farms. That includes a couple of destroyed buildings, grain bins, and a number of uprooted trees and snapped power poles.

***Courtesy of Total Traffic News, Photo Courtesy of WTVG***

Spread the word

Trending Now

Featured News Podcasts

Choose a Category

Continue Reading

Vendors Wanted for WIAR Fall Craft Show

Operated by volunteers and funded by donations, memorials, and fundraising, the Western Illinois Animal Rescue is seeking vendors to set up for their annual Fall Craft Show, informs Jan Helms: