27 Jan 2021
A tornado touched the ground in Tallahassee, Florida, by the airport, causing massive power outages late Wednesday morning, according to the National Weather Service.
The storm had caused road closures and power outages, with more than 4,800 customers reporting they had no power,
USA Todayreported.
11:43 am – Leon County. A tornado is on the ground! TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. Protect yourself from flying debris. pic.twitter.com/QY2DaYmvdY
“A tornado is on the ground,” the National Weather Service of Tallahassee tweeted. “TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris.”
Confirmed EF0 tornado in Tallahassee, storms moved through Jacksonville area
Damages documented at Tallahassee Airport
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Photo: City of Tallahassee
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A line of severe storms that swept through Tallahassee and spawned a probable tornado that damaged the airport a midday is continuing to move east.
A tornado warning was issued that includes White Springs and Winfield until 2:45 p.m. but was allowed to expire with no apparent damage as the strong front moved east toward the Jacksonville metro area.
Just after 3 p.m., a severe thunderstorm warning was issued for Orange Park, Macclenny and Jacksonville until 4:15 p.m.