LINCOLN COUNTY, Tenn. – Recent severe weather wreaked havoc across Middle Tennessee, with the National Weather Service (NWS) confirming nine tornadoes during the deadly outbreak. Five EF-1 tornadoes ravaged Lincoln County, leaving devastation in their wake.

Tornado Details

The NWS provided detailed accounts of the tornadoes’ paths and intensities:

• Fayetteville: The first tornado struck Fayetteville, registering wind speeds of 105 mph, spanning 1.38 miles with a maximum path width of 400 yards.
• Taft: A tornado with a peak wind speed of 105 mph swept through the southwestern region of the county.
• Petersburg: Early Thursday morning, a tornado hit Petersburg, with winds reaching 95 mph, stretching over 4.21 miles with a maximum path width of 300 yards.
• Flintville: Two tornadoes struck Flintville, with wind speeds of around 100-105 mph.

Regional Impact

The tornado outbreak extended beyond Lincoln County, affecting neighboring regions:

• May 8 Tornadoes: Additional tornadoes were confirmed in Maury, Robertson, Giles, and Rutherford Counties, adding to the region’s devastation.

Community Response

Communities are grappling with the aftermath of the severe weather, with reports of casualties and injuries. Local authorities and emergency services are coordinating relief efforts to assist affected residents.

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