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Lake Charles, LA – Two tornadoes, including a powerful EF-3, tore through southern Louisiana on Saturday, leaving significant damage.
The National Weather Service confirmed the Sabine Ranch Lodge Tornado as the most severe. It tracked through Jefferson County before crossing into Cameron Parish. With peak winds of 161 mph, the EF-3 tornado carved a 25.95-mile path and reached a maximum width of 880 yards.
According to the National Weather Service’s Storm Events Database, this is the seventh EF-3 tornado to strike Jefferson County since 1950. It’s the first EF-3 recorded there since the Nome Tornado on January 1, 1999. No EF-4 or EF-5 tornadoes have ever been documented in the county.
Another tornado, rated EF-1, touched down in St. Landry Parish. It reached peak winds of 95 mph, traveled 15.6 miles, and spanned 200 yards in width. It snapped trees and caused minor structural damage before lifting near Rosa.
The National Weather Service continues to survey additional areas to assess storm impacts. Reports indicate widespread damage and cleanup efforts are underway.
More updates are expected in the coming days as crews complete assessments of the affected regions. Officials urge residents to remain cautious and report any damage to local authorities.
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