EF0 Tornado — Indian River, Florida

2021-02-06 · near River Bridge, Indian River, Florida

Event narrative

Based on radar, video, and eyewitness reports received from the public, a brief EF-0 tornado (landspout) occurred in Vero Lakes Estates. Peak estimated wind speeds were between 65 and 70 mph. The landspout tornado formed at approximately 1612 LST at 100th Avenue, just north of 77th Street, in Vero Lakes Estates. The tornado traveled a relatively short distance, moving almost due north along 100th Avenue, then dissipated just before reaching 79th Street at approximately 1613 LST. Several properties sustained minor fence damage and many had unsecured backyard items scattered around. There was also minor tree damage along the street.

Wider weather episode

A thunderstorm produced a brief, weak tornado (landspout) in Vero Lakes Estates, resulting in minor damage to fences and trees.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 932159. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.