EF0 Tornado — Franklin, Georgia

2023-08-03 · near Canon Franklin Co Ar, Franklin, Georgia

Event narrative

NWS storm survey found the path of a weak tornado that touched down north of Starrs Bridge Rd, just west of Johns Bridge Rd. The tornado tracked southeast, crossing Starrs Bridge Rd, Bryant Park Rd, and Campbell Ridge Rd before crossing through the western side of Royston. The tornado passed into Hart County on the south side of Royston. Damage was limited to multiple uprooted trees.

Wider weather episode

A line of thunderstorms moved into northeast Georgia during the late afternoon. An embedded cell within this line produced a weak tornado that tracked across parts of three counties. Some isolated gusty winds were also reported.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1136728. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.