Strong mid and upper low initially over Texas was moving east-northeast while the upper level trough it was embedded in became negatively tilted. This led to a broad diffluent pattern over most of the southeastern states. As the system approached the right rear quadrant of upper jet moved into the forecast area coincident with a low-level jet of, at least, 60 knots. This created atmospheric dynamics favorable for severe weather, with the only limiting factor being modest instability. A warm front over the area during the morning moved rapidly north in response to increasing southerly flow allowing a gradual increase in low level instability. By afternoon several severe weather events and three tornadoes occurred over portions of southeast Georgia.

Tornado in PIERCE, GEORGIA
From 02-DEC-09 15:15:00 to 02-DEC-09 15:20:00 (EST-5)
Location: BYNUM
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

The tornado first touched down at approximately 1415EST in northwest Pierce County near Merson Road and Crump Road. Several trees were damaged and a farm shed had portions of its sheet metal roof removed. Winds here were estimated to have been near 70 mph or EF-0. The tornado moved northeast across several fields and encountered two small farm structures and a wooded area along Tiny Lane. The structures were completely destroyed with their contents strewn across the wooded area. Extensive tree blow down occurred in the woods with many pines snapped at 10 to 15 feet above ground level.  The tornado was estimated to have been an EF-1 event in this location with winds of 110 mph.  The funnel continued to move across fields next encountering wooded areas and structures near Scuffletown Road. At this point the funnel was one quarter mile or approximately 440 yards wide with winds estimated at 105 mph. Extensive tree blow down continued here with one mobile home destroyed and substantial damage to a wood frame structure.  The tornado crossed the Big Satilla Creek at this point, and crossed into Appling County, continuing on a northeast track.

Tornado in APPLING, GEORGIA
From 02-DEC-09 15:20:00 to 02-DEC-09 15:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: SURRENCY
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

The tornado first touched down at approximately 1415EST in northwest Pierce County near Merson Road and Crump Road. It crossed the Big Satilla Creek, entering into Appling County at this point, and continued on a northeast track. The funnel may have briefly lifted off the ground at this point. The next significant damage occurred along Metts-Overstreet Road with the complete destruction of a singlewide mobile home and a farm shed at approximately 1425EST. Additionally, at this location, a brick cider block structure had one wall knocked over. The tornado then moved into a dairy just west of the intersection of State Road 15 and Wireglass Road. The event was rated as an EF-2 with winds of 135 mph at this location. Three metal building structures were destroyed with one removed from its foundation and blown into a pile of scrap metal. It is possible the funnel may have approached EF-3 at this particular location with winds of 140 to 150 mph; however, other damage to frame and masonry structures at the dairy suggested a lower wind value should be assigned to this area. One individual escaped injury by jumping into a depressed area inside one of the structures before it blew down around her. East of State Road 15, along Wireglass Road, extensive tree blow down and snapping continued in a tree farm. Once again the funnel likely lifted off the ground touching down again at 1430EST near 4230 Antioch Church Road destroying a doublewide mobile home. At this location, two middle aged individuals were in the bedroom, preparing for work, when the funnel destroyed the mobile home. Both escaped with only minor cuts despite the fact that the doublewide was completely obliterated and the frames bent. Once again at this location the winds were rated at 135 mph for a strong EF-2 rating.

Tornado in BACON, GEORGIA
From 02-DEC-09 14:45:00 to 02-DEC-09 14:48:00 (EST-5)
Location: SESSOMS STATION
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 3.00M
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A weak tornado touched down briefly in an open field and tracked northeast, striking a set of chicken houses. Damage was estimated at nearly $3 million to the chicken houses. The structure was primarily made of wood and tin, and amount of damage, mainly to roof of one section, and total collapse of a 2-story section, suggests EF1 damage.   Significant damage to trees was also noted along track.

Thunderstorm Wind in WAYNE, GEORGIA
From 02-DEC-09 15:35:00 to 02-DEC-09 15:35:00 (EST-5)
Location: REDLAND
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Fire Rescue reported trees blown down along East Lake Drive.

Funnel Cloud in WARE, GEORGIA
From 02-DEC-09 14:40:00 to 02-DEC-09 14:40:00 (EST-5)
Location: TALMO
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A spotter reported a funnel cloud along Highway 158 near the Satilla River.

Hail in WARE, GEORGIA
From 02-DEC-09 14:40:00 to 02-DEC-09 14:40:00 (EST-5)
Location: TALMO
Magnitude: 0.75 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A spotter reported penny sized hail along highway 158 near the Satilla River.

Thunderstorm Wind in BACON, GEORGIA
From 02-DEC-09 15:25:00 to 02-DEC-09 15:25:00 (EST-5)
Location: NEW LACY
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency Management reported numerous trees down along highway 203.

Thunderstorm Wind in WARE, GEORGIA
From 02-DEC-09 14:25:00 to 02-DEC-09 14:25:00 (EST-5)
Location: BEACH
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Ware County Fire Rescue reported power lines down near Beach Road.

Tornado in COFFEE, GEORGIA
From 02-DEC-09 14:15:00 to 02-DEC-09 14:21:00 (EST-5)
Location: DOUGLAS
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A weak tornado intermittently caused damage on a 3 mile path beginning 6 miles east of Douglas.  Most of the damage was snapped tree trunks or limbs, or uprooted trees, but there was minor damage, mainly the roof and one side, to 1 home as well as roof damage to an out-house. A metal roof was peeled off, mangled, and blown toward different directions.

Thunderstorm Wind in WAYNE, GEORGIA
From 02-DEC-09 16:45:00 to 02-DEC-09 16:45:00 (EST-5)
Location: MADRAY SPGS
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Large trees were reported to have been blown down and uprooted from thunderstorm winds along Ember Road. Minor property damage also occurred to objects which were left outdoors.