Mason storm history
Storm events recorded in Mason, Kentucky between 1950 and 2025.
348
Total events
10
Tornadoes
33
Hail
74
Floods
0
Deaths
$9.4M
Property damage
Most significant events
Strongest tornadoes, deadliest events, and biggest damage in this county. Up to 50 shown.
Tornado F3 Tornado
The tornado touched down to the southeast of Maysville, continuing east-southeast into Lewis County. The greatest damage occurred in the Heron Hill area in western Lewis County. Seventeen people were injured in Lewis County. 21 homes were destroyed, 10 homes sustained major damag…
Tornado F3 Tornado
Strong winds of 40 to 50 miles per hour were sustained for several hours. Gusts over 60 mph were common. Widespread damage occurred across the region, from trees being blown down on powerlines to significant structural damage.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
A report of 3.3 inches of snow was received from just west of Maysville. Another report from northwest of Washington had 2.8 inches.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Southern sections of the Lees Creek Road sustained partial washouts and had debris pile up with rushing water.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Rushing water deposited debris over Marly Ingles Highway, north of Ripley Road and south of Tuckahoe Road.
Flood Flood
Brandywine and Mill Creek Roads remained closed due to high water.
Tornado EF0 Tornado
The tornado developed in the town of Minerva where it caused minor damage on Minerva Tuckahoe Road. From there, the tornado traveled along T Wenz Road, north of Minerva Tuckahoe Road. Several outbuildings were destroyed along with damage to homes and farm equipment. The tornado d…
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A few trees were downed and siding was blown off of a house along State Route 435.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A couple of trees were downed in the Maysville area.
Flood Flood
Orangeburg Road was closed due to high water covering the roadway.
Flood Flood
Brandywine Road was closed due to high water over the roadway.
Flood Flood
Day Pike was closed due to flooding over the roadway.
Flood Flood
Bridgeport Road was closed due to high water.
Flood Flood
Helena Road (KY 324) was closed due to high water.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Moving water was reported over Mill Creek Road near KY-11.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Moving water was reported over Old Sardis Pike.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
High water was flowing across Helena Road.
Flood Flood
High water was reported along Brandywine Road.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
Two and a half inches of snow was measured in Maysville, while an inch and a half was measured near Washington.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
In Maysville, 2.4 inches of snow was measured.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
In Maysville, 9 inches of snow had fallen. A report of 7 inches was received from 5 miles west of Lewisburg.
High Wind High Wind
Trees and power lines were blown down across the county. A gust to 48 mph was measured by the mesonet station in Washington, and a 54 mph gust was measured at the Lewisburg AWOS.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A few trees and power poles were downed.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A few trees and power poles were downed on Barrett Pike.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Tornado EF1 Tornado
The first and primary visible damage of the tornado occurred at a property just off North Knoweshaw Road, near the intersection of the AA Highway. Here, notable damage occurred to an outbuilding, with a complete collapse of the wall structures. There were several trees that were …
Tornado EF1 Tornado
The tornado began within the town of Minerva, Kentucky causing tree and minor structural damage. Numerous trees were observed to be uprooted and snapped along Minerva Tuckahoe Road, consistent with EF1 intensity. Additionally, a structure was damaged on T Wenz Road, which confirm…
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Apparent temperatures for various locations in and around the county exceeded 105 degrees.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
High Wind High Wind
The Kentucky mesonet station located 3 southwest of Maysville recorded a 71 mph gust at 16:40. The AWOS for the Flemingsburg airport KFGX measured a gust to 67 mph at 17:15.
Flood Flood
County Road 324 was closed near State Route 11 due to high water.
Flood Flood
High water was reported on several roads in the Maysville and Orangeburg areas.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
A combination of snow, blowing snow, and bitter wind chills created dangerous conditions for persons traveling and those without sufficient shelter.
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill Extreme Cold/Wind Chill
Wind chills fell below 25 below zero.
Hail Hail
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Several trees fell onto State Route 324, closing the road.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Several trees fell onto State Route 8, closing the road.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
State Route 324 was closed between Helena and State Route 11 due to high water.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
In Orangeburg, 7.5 inches of snow fell. In Maysville, snowfall was 6.5 inches.
Flood Flood
High water was reported on Mary Ingles Highway.
Ice Storm Ice Storm
A quarter inch of ice was reported in Aberdeen. Significant icy accumulations created a significant road hazard as well as reports of fallen trees and branches.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
A report near Aberdeen indicated that 1.5 inches of snow fell.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
An inch of snow was measured in Maysville.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
The observer located 7 miles south-southeast of Maysville reported 8.3 inches of snow. Other totals in the area were 7.2 inches southwest of Aberdeen and 7.5 inches in Orangeburg.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
A social media post in Orangeburg measured 3.6 inches of snow, while a spotter in Aberdeen and an emergency manager at the Fleming/Mason County Airport measured 2 inches of snow. The emergency manager also measured 1.2 inches in Maysville.
Flood Flood
State Route 11 was closed due to high water.
Flood Flood
Sate Route 324 was closed due to high water.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
The gust was reported on the 21:35 EST observation. The gust time was estimated based on radar data.
Events by year
| Year | Events | Tornadoes |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 19 | 1 |
| 2024 | 6 | 2 |
| 2023 | 5 | 0 |
| 2022 | 15 | 0 |
| 2021 | 11 | 0 |
| 2020 | 25 | 1 |
| 2019 | 15 | 1 |
| 2018 | 9 | 0 |
| 2017 | 9 | 0 |
| 2016 | 10 | 0 |
| 2015 | 12 | 0 |
| 2014 | 13 | 0 |
| 2013 | 9 | 0 |
| 2012 | 17 | 0 |
| 2011 | 10 | 0 |
| 2010 | 16 | 0 |
| 2009 | 8 | 0 |
| 2008 | 8 | 0 |
| 2007 | 9 | 0 |
| 2006 | 8 | 0 |
| 2005 | 2 | 0 |
| 2004 | 5 | 0 |
| 2003 | 11 | 1 |
| 2002 | 8 | 0 |
| 2001 | 7 | 0 |
| 2000 | 11 | 0 |
| 1999 | 2 | 0 |
| 1998 | 11 | 0 |
| 1997 | 4 | 0 |
| 1996 | 13 | 0 |
| 1995 | 6 | 0 |
| 1994 | 3 | 0 |
| 1993 | 4 | 0 |
| 1991 | 1 | 0 |
| 1990 | 4 | 0 |
| 1989 | 1 | 0 |
| 1987 | 1 | 0 |
| 1986 | 1 | 0 |
| 1982 | 1 | 0 |
| 1981 | 1 | 1 |
| 1980 | 2 | 0 |
| 1979 | 1 | 0 |
| 1976 | 1 | 0 |
| 1974 | 2 | 0 |
| 1973 | 1 | 0 |
| 1970 | 1 | 0 |
| 1969 | 1 | 1 |
| 1968 | 1 | 0 |
| 1967 | 1 | 1 |
| 1966 | 2 | 0 |
| 1964 | 2 | 1 |
| 1962 | 1 | 0 |
| 1961 | 1 | 0 |