Weather
Large tornado touchdown in Jackson, damage reported
JACKSON, TN — A tornado touched down in Jackson, Tennessee, on Tuesday afternoon, causing damage to commercial property but resulting in no reported injuries, according to local emergency officials.
Jason Moore, Director of the Madison County Emergency Management Agency, confirmed that the tornado caused structural damage to the Kirkland’s Home Warehouse located on Smith Lane.
The facility was promptly evacuated, and all employees were accounted for with no injuries reported.
The tornado was visually confirmed on the ground near Jackson Regional Airport.
Video footage from the area shows large amounts of debris circulating in the air as the storm passed through the city, underscoring the tornado’s intensity.
Authorities have not yet released an official rating for the Jackson tornado, though damage assessments are underway.
This event comes just days after a violent EF4 tornado struck London, Kentucky, on Friday.
That storm reached nearly one mile in width and remained on the ground for over 55 miles, leaving a trail of widespread devastation.
Emergency crews in Jackson are continuing to monitor the situation and assess damage across the affected area.
Residents are urged to remain alert and follow guidance from local officials as weather conditions evolve.
DENVER, CO — The National Weather Service (NWS) in Denver has issued a Tornado Warning for southwestern Logan County and north-central Washington County in northeastern Colorado, effective until 5:45 p.m. MDT Friday.
At 5:11 p.m., weather spotters confirmed a tornado on the ground near Merino, approximately 11 miles southwest of Sterling, moving southeast at 20 miles per hour.
The storm system is producing a dangerous and damaging tornado, with the potential for:
- Flying debris posing serious risk to those outdoors or in vehicles
- Structural damage to homes, roofs, windows, and vehicles
- Uprooted trees and downed power lines
- Total destruction of mobile homes
Communities directly in the path of the tornado include:
- Merino
- Prewitt Reservoir
- Atwood
- Logan Corners
- Willard
- Messex
Residents in these areas should seek shelter immediately. The safest option is to move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building, away from windows and exterior walls.
Do not attempt to outrun the tornado in a vehicle. If no shelter is available, lie flat in a low-lying area and protect your head.
This is a confirmed tornado, not just radar-indicated. Immediate action is critical to ensuring safety.
Continue monitoring local media, NOAA weather radio, or official NWS alerts for real-time updates.