EF1 Tornado — Clark, Washington

2008-01-10 · near Hazel Dell, Clark, Washington

Event narrative

Tornado had estimated wind speeds of 90 to 110 mph. Damage reports along the path of the tornado include: 200+ trees down, most between 12 to 24 inches in diameter, and approximately 6 trees greater than 36 inches; 30 to 40 homes damaged, with primarily roof damage; 19 power poles were snapped off; 3 lightly constructed structures were destroyed; a parked semi-trailer was tipped over, and several dozen sculling boats were damaged near Vancouver Lake.

Wider weather episode

In the wake of a rapidly advancing cold front, a severe thunderstorm moved through Clark county in southwest Washington and spawned a tornado. The tornado touched down near Vancouver Lake, moved east into Hazel Dell, then continued eastward to Hockinson while experiencing multiple touchdowns.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 76971. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.