EF1 Tornado — Wabash, Indiana

2019-05-27 · near North Manchester, Wabash, Indiana

Event narrative

A damage survey found intermittent tree damage noted along this damage path that was primarily through open fields. One property sustained roof damage to a barn and a small shed sustained significant damage. Trees were topped and a recreational vehicle was moved/turned about 6 inches.

Wider weather episode

A warm front surged north across the region, allowing for a moderately unstable, highly sheared environment to exist. Thunderstorms developed in Illinois and moved into northern Indiana, producing damaging winds and several tornadoes.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 829296. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.