Severe Weather Strikes Middle Tennessee, NWS Confirms Multiple Tornadoes

The National Weather Service (NWS) is meticulously inspecting damage across six counties in Middle Tennessee after a night of severe storms. This relentless weather event, occurring from late Sunday into early Monday, has led to the NWS confirming the presence of four tornadoes. One particularly significant tornado was identified in McEwen, located in Humphreys County, where it reached an EF-1 status. This tornado boasted wind speeds of 95 mph, stretched 150 yards wide, and traveled a distance of 1.7 miles.

To date, the NWS has officially recognized four tornadoes spawned by these tumultuous storms. An EF-2 tornado was recorded in Hampshire, Maury County; an EF-1 tornado in Mt. Pleasant, Maury County; an EF-0 tornado near Fairview at the Hickman/Williamson County line; and the EF-1 tornado in McEwen, Humphreys County.

— NWS Nashville (@NWSNashville) March 31, 2025

Earlier assessments by the NWS had confirmed three tornadoes. In Maury County, the Hampshire Pike area was hit by an EF-2 tornado with winds reaching 120 mph. This tornado spanned 400 yards wide and traveled 5.10 miles. Meanwhile, an EF-1 tornado struck Mount Pleasant with 100 mph winds, covering a width of 300 yards over 4.10 miles. Additionally, Fairview experienced an EF-0 tornado, where wind speeds reached 85 mph and affected an area 150 yards wide across 2.20 miles.

NWS teams are engaged in storm damage assessments throughout the Midstate following the intense weather that started on the night of March 30, continuing into the early hours of March 31. Their evaluations extend to Perry, Maury, Humphreys, Williamson, Rutherford, and Cannon Counties.

In Maury County, some homes suffered extensive damage with portions blown away by the powerful winds. Similarly, Humphreys County’s sheriff reported substantial destruction, with one homeowner describing how the storm tore the roof from their house.

Looking ahead, the NWS has declared a First Alert Weather Day for Wednesday through Saturday. A formidable storm system is anticipated to sweep through the area, potentially bringing multiple waves of rain and severe weather conditions to the Midstate.