F2 Tornado — Fairfax, Virginia

2004-09-17 · near Centreville, Fairfax, Virginia

Event narrative

A tornadic thunderstorm entered western Fairfax County from Prince William County. The storm had a path of about 7 miles. Beginning on Old Centerville Road, the storm produced scattered tree damage along its path and minor roofing damage to structures in the London Town Area. A line of damage was carved from Lee Highway northward into the Centerville and Chantilly areas.The tornado destroyed one estate and damaged about 50 other dwellings. The storm was also responsible for downed trees and power lines. The tornado lifted as it crossed Route 50.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5425471. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.