Severe damage (136-165 mph)
Explore comprehensive data on all recorded EF3 tornadoes from 1950 to present. Filter by year, scale type, location, and more.
3,563 recorded tornadoes from 1950 to 2024
3,563 recorded tornadoes from 1950 to 2024
3,563 tornadoes match your filters (100% of total EF3 records).
Monthly breakdown shows seasonality patterns and when EF3 tornadoes are most likely to occur.
Yearly trends show how EF3 tornado frequency has changed over time, revealing patterns and potential climate influences.
The fluctuations in annual counts reflect both natural climate variability and improvements in tornado detection technology.
Geographic distribution shows which states are most affected by EF3 tornadoes, highlighting tornado-prone regions.
Distribution across decades shows long-term patterns and historical trends in EF3 tornado occurrences.
The increase in recorded tornadoes since the 1950s reflects both improved detection technology and possibly climate factors. Stronger tornadoes like this rating have been more consistently reported throughout the period.
Shows how far EF3 tornadoes typically travel, providing insights into their duration and geographic impact.
Shows the human impact of EF3 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. Medium-strength tornadoes like these cause significant fatalities, particularly when they hit populated areas or mobile home communities.
Date/Time | State | County | Deaths | Injuries | Path Length | Damage | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 28, 2024 | MISSISSIPPI | FRANKLIN | 0 | 2 | 18.37 miles | $1.00 million | |
| Dec 28, 2024 | TEXAS | JEFFERSON | 0 | 1 | 26.73 miles | $500.00 thousand | |
| Dec 28, 2024 | TEXAS | CHAMBERS | 0 | 1 | 23.73 miles | N/A | |
| Dec 28, 2024 | TEXAS | MONTGOMERY | 0 | 10 | 10.34 miles | N/A | |
| Nov 3, 2024 | OKLAHOMA | OKLAHOMA | 0 | 7 | 11.90 miles | $40.00 million | |
| Nov 3, 2024 | OKLAHOMA | STEPHENS | 0 | 6 | 21.70 miles | $5.00 million | |
| Nov 3, 2024 | OKLAHOMA | OKLAHOMA | 0 | 6 | 1.40 miles | $15.00 million | |
| Nov 3, 2024 | OKLAHOMA | CLEVELAND | 0 | 0 | 1.00 miles | $1.00 million | |
| Oct 9, 2024 | FLORIDA | ST LUCIE | 6 | 0 | 12.97 miles | $475.00 million | |
| Oct 9, 2024 | FLORIDA | PALM BEACH | 0 | 7 | 28.94 miles | $81.35 million |