EF0 Tornado Explorer
Light damage (65-85 mph)
Explore comprehensive data on all recorded EF0 tornadoes from 1950 to present. Filter by year, scale type, location, and more.
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Light damage (65-85 mph)
5,000 recorded tornadoes from 1954 to 2024
Overview
5,000 recorded tornadoes from 1954 to 2024
- Total Recorded5,000
- F-Scale (Pre-2007)3,290
- EF-Scale (Post-2007)1,710
- Year Range1954 - 2024
Human Impact
- Total Fatalities3
- Total Injuries85
- Deaths per Tornado0.00
- Casualties per Tornado0.02
Characteristics
- Avg. Path Length1.25 miles
- Avg. Path Width52 yards
- Total Property Damage$131.46 million
- Avg. Damage per Tornado$26.29 thousand
Geographic Distribution
Top States:
- TEXAS664 (13.3%)
- KANSAS393 (7.9%)
- FLORIDA363 (7.3%)
Top Counties:
- WELD, COLORADO33
- ADAMS, COLORADO27
- PINELLAS, FLORIDA24
About EF0 Tornadoes
Wind Speeds: 65-85 mph (Enhanced Fujita) / 40-72 mph (Original Fujita)
Damage Characteristics: EF0 tornadoes represent the most common tornado intensity, accounting for approximately 53% of all reported tornadoes. Despite being the weakest category, they can still cause significant property damage and pose safety risks.
Typical Damage: Light damage including broken branches, damaged chimneys and signage, shallow-rooted trees knocked over, minor roof damage (shingles peeled off), broken windows from flying debris, and damage to mobile home tie-downs.
Safety Note: While categorized as "light damage," EF0 tornadoes can still injure people, especially from flying debris. Always take tornado warnings seriously regardless of predicted intensity.
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Data Analysis
Monthly Distribution of EF0 Tornadoes
Monthly breakdown shows seasonality patterns and when EF0 tornadoes are most likely to occur.
Annual Trends of EF0 Tornadoes (1950-Present)
Yearly trends show how EF0 tornado frequency has changed over time, revealing patterns and potential climate influences.
Note: The apparent increase in weaker tornadoes over time is partly due to improved detection and reporting systems, not just climate factors.
Top 10 States for EF0 Tornadoes
Geographic distribution shows which states are most affected by EF0 tornadoes, highlighting tornado-prone regions.
EF0 Tornadoes by Decade
Distribution across decades shows long-term patterns and historical trends in EF0 tornado occurrences.
The increase in recorded tornadoes since the 1950s reflects both improved detection technology and possibly climate factors. Weaker tornadoes were often missed in early decades before modern radar and storm spotter networks.
Path Length Distribution of EF0 Tornadoes
Shows how far EF0 tornadoes typically travel, providing insights into their duration and geographic impact.
Fatality Distribution of EF0 Tornadoes
Shows the human impact of EF0 tornadoes, revealing what percentage caused fatalities and in what numbers.
Note: This chart uses a logarithmic scale to better show the distribution of fatalities, as most tornadoes cause zero deaths. Although most weak tornadoes don't cause fatalities, they can still be deadly when hitting vulnerable structures or populations.
Notable EF0 Tornadoes
Date/Time | State | County | Deaths | Injuries | Path Length | Damage | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 5, 2024 | IOWA | DAVIS | 0 | 0 | 0.32 miles | $120.00 thousand | |
| Oct 9, 2024 | FLORIDA | MARTIN | 0 | 0 | 3.95 miles | $100.00 thousand | |
| Oct 9, 2024 | FLORIDA | INDIAN RIVER | 0 | 0 | 2.92 miles | $100.00 thousand | |
| Oct 9, 2024 | FLORIDA | INDIAN RIVER | 0 | 0 | 0.92 miles | $25.00 thousand | |
| Oct 9, 2024 | FLORIDA | INDIAN RIVER | 0 | 0 | 3.82 miles | N/A | |
| Oct 9, 2024 | FLORIDA | HIGHLANDS | 0 | 0 | 0.57 miles | $50.00 thousand | |
| Oct 9, 2024 | FLORIDA | HENDRY | 0 | 0 | 1.28 miles | $1.00 thousand | |
| Oct 9, 2024 | FLORIDA | ST LUCIE | 0 | 0 | 12.37 miles | $750.00 thousand | |
| Oct 9, 2024 | FLORIDA | MARTIN | 0 | 0 | 5.57 miles | $100.00 thousand | |
| Oct 9, 2024 | FLORIDA | CHARLOTTE | 0 | 0 | 0.09 miles | $5.00 thousand |
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