EF1 Tornado — Decatur, Georgia

2023-04-03 · near Bainbridge, Decatur, Georgia

Event narrative

A brief tornado developed near Lake Douglas road and moved rapidly east, crossing Alday Road before dissipating in a heavily wood area. Convergent tree damage was used to differentiate the tornado track from widespread straight-line wind damage surrounding the path. No structural damage was noted, but the tree damage was supportive of an EF1 rating with maximum winds of 100 to 105 mph.

Wider weather episode

A strong spring storm system moved through the area with ample instability and shear. Numerous reports of severe weather were received across the tri-state area, including four tornadoes, two in southeast Alabama and two in southwest Georgia.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1089997. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.