Since we had wide participation during yesterday's Skywarn event, I am sharing this information with all local lists. Note that reports from our Skywarn Net gave the NWS their first indication of storm damage in Preston County. Well done! The NWS Pittsburgh and Preston Emergency Management followed up today.

Jeff, WB1AAL

From the NWS Pittsburgh:

We have confirmed an EF0 tornado along Wagner Lane in Preston County. Thanks to Preston County EM for their help with this determination. We'll begin work on drafting up a PNS shortly with more detailed info.

Issues Local Storm Report: Source: Emergency Mngr Report: Tornado

At 4:31pm on May, 13th, a strong thunderstorm moved across Preston County and produced one tornado, as confirmed by video footage along Wagner Lane. There was confirmation of a touchdown. Based on hardwood tree damage, the maximum estimated wind speed was 80 to 85mph.

3 E Reedsville, Preston WV