Favorable atmospheric conditions resulted in a deadly tornado outbreak across east Tennessee on the 27th.  The thunderstorms produced more than 50 tornadoes across the east Tennessee area with 32 deaths and more than 200 injured.  The tornadoes produced from light to heavy damage to hundreds of homes and businesses.  Hail as large as baseballs was also reported.

Tornado in RHEA, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 20:26:00 to 27-APR-11 20:41:00 (EST-5)
Location: MORGAN SPGS
Tornado F-scale: EF4
Property damage: 2.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

New Harmony Tornado.  This tornado continued its destuctive path into Rhea County.  The 190 mph wind destroyed 19 roofs and 21 homes had damage. Trees and powerlines were also downed. Two people were injured.
This tornado had a total path length of 40.2 miles and was responsible for four deaths in Bledsoe County.

Tornado in SEQUATCHIE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 13:26:00 to 27-APR-11 13:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: DUNLAP
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 75.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

N Dunlap Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF1 tornado touched down just north of Dunlap. It formed just east of Highway 111/127 and tracked to near Highway 603 and then moved into Bledsoe county just northeast of Mount Airy, Tennessee. It had a path width of 80 yards and a path length of 3.4 miles. The 100 mph wind damaged several roofs and downed numerous trees.

Tornado in BLEDSOE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 13:30:00 to 27-APR-11 13:32:00 (CST-6)
Location: PAILO
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 75.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

N Dunlap Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF1 tornado continued into Bledsoe county, Tennessee, just northeast of Mount Airy, Tennessee. The tornado tracked to near Highway 603 and the Lower East Valley Road in Bledsoe County where it dissipated. It had a path width of 80 yards and a path length of 1.47 miles in Bledsoe county. The 100 mph wind damage a few roofs and downed numerous trees.

Tornado in SEQUATCHIE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 20:28:00 to 27-APR-11 20:35:00 (CST-6)
Location: DUNLAP
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 200.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

E Dunlap Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF2 tornado touched down near Dunlap. It formed near Hill Drive and Highpoint then moved to near East Valley Road where it dissipated.  It had a path width of 250 yards and a path length of 4.5 miles. The 115 mph wind blew a roof of a building off and damaged a few other homes.  Many trees were snapped and uprooted  with powerlines downed.

Tornado in BRADLEY, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 14:36:00 to 27-APR-11 14:39:00 (EST-5)
Location: CLEVELAND
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

W Cleveland Tornado.  An NWS employee reported a EF1 tornado touched down near Cleveland.  It had a 2 mile path length and a path width of 150 yards.  The max wind of 80 mph downed trees and slightly damaged a few structures.  This tornado brushed the Bradley County EMA office.

Tornado in MEIGS, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 18:07:00 to 27-APR-11 18:08:00 (EST-5)
Location: BRITTSVILLE
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Hiwassee River Tornado.  A NWS Storm Survey reported an EF0 tornado touched down in extreme southern Meigs County, just north of the Hamilton County line and just south of the Hiwassee River.  It formed near Highway 58 and County Road 114 then tracked parallel to Highway 58 to the Hiwassee River where it dissipated. The max wind of 80 mph downed several trees.

Tornado in COCKE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 21:37:00 to 27-APR-11 21:38:00 (EST-5)
Location: TOM TOWN
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 30.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A NWS storm survey reported an EF1 tornado touched down near Del Rio.  It formed near Toms Creek Road then tracked to near Spicewood Flats Road where it dissipated.  The 100 mph wind downed numerous trees.

Tornado in BRADLEY, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 17:28:00 to 27-APR-11 17:49:00 (EST-5)
Location: CECILTON
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 500.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Cleveland-to-Etowah Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported this tornado formed south of Cleveland.  The max wind of 130 mph downed many trees and caused EF2 damage to several homes. Four people died in the hardest-hit area. The fatalities included a 42 year old women as well as a 77 year old man both dying in their homes. In addition, a 34 year old women and a 56 year old women both died in their homes.  The tornado continued to the east-northeast then tracked into Polk County.

Tornado in MCMINN, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 17:56:00 to 27-APR-11 18:02:00 (EST-5)
Location: DENTVILLE
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Cleveland-to-Etowah Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF1 tornado continued out of Polk county into McMinn county, before it dissipated south of Etowah. The max wind of 90 mph downed several trees and damaged a few roofs on homes in southeast McMinn county.  In total, this tornado tracked about 28 miles in three counties.

Tornado in BRADLEY, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:34:00 to 27-APR-11 19:56:00 (EST-5)
Location: PINE HILL
Tornado F-scale: EF4
Property damage: 23.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Ringgold-Apison Tornado.  This tornado touched down in north Georgia and tracked northeast into Hamilton County, Tennessee, and then into Bradley County. In Bradley County, the max intensity still caused EF4 damage with the max wind extimated at 170 mph and did extensive damage to many homes and businesses. An additional 4 people were killed by the tornado in Bradley County in the Blue Springs Community. The fatalities included a 42 year old women from Wisconsin visiting her son in the Blue Springs community as well as the 3 month old boy in the same house she was trying to protect.  In addition, a 40 year old women died in her home.  Also, a 67 year old woman died in her home.

Tornado in MCMINN, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 20:25:00 to 27-APR-11 20:26:00 (EST-5)
Location: MANILA
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 200.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Englewood-S. Madisonville Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF1 tornado touched down northeast of Englewood.  It formed near Carl Lee Road in McMinn County and tracked into Monroe County before dissipating.  It had a path width of 200 yards. The 100 mph wind damaged several homes and downed numerous trees and powerlines.

Tornado in HAMILTON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 07:55:00 to 27-APR-11 07:57:00 (EST-5)
Location: TIFTONA
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 750.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Lookout Valley Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF-2 tornado touched down in the Lookout Valley area. The wind speed of 115 mph downed many trees and several homes and businesses were damaged by the tornado.

Tornado in MARION, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 16:21:00 to 27-APR-11 16:31:00 (CST-6)
Location: MOORE CROSSING
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 30.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A NWS storm survey reported an EF2 tornado continued its path from Alabama and entered the border near Lakeview Drive and moved northeast across Nickajack Lake near Haletown and ended near the Tennessee River.  It had path width of 800 yards and a path length of 10 miles. The max wind of 115 mph downed numerous trees.

Tornado in COCKE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 20:33:00 to 27-APR-11 20:48:00 (EST-5)
Location: CLEVENGER
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

An EF1 tornado touched downed near Newport.  It formed near the Jefferson and Cocke county line at Highway 441 then tracked across the county to near Newport where it dissipated.  The max wind of 90 mph caused damage to the local hospital and downed numerous trees.

Tornado in COCKE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 21:32:00 to 27-APR-11 21:34:00 (EST-5)
Location: HARTFORD
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A NWS storm survey reported an EF0 tornado touched down briefly near Hartford. It formed and also dissipated near Big Creek Road. The 80 mph wind downed several trees and one outbuilding was destroyed.

Tornado in WASHINGTON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 22:04:00 to 27-APR-11 22:08:00 (EST-5)
Location: LIBERTY
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Camp Creek Tornado.  By the time this tornado crossed into Washington County it had weakened to an EF1 with winds up to 100 mph.  Most of the damage in Washington County for this tornado was to trees.  The next tornado a couple of hours later in this same area would do much more damage.
The total length of the tornado was 15.8 miles.  Earlier in the evening this same storm spawned the Ringgold/Apison Tornado.

Tornado in BRADLEY, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 14:15:00 to 27-APR-11 14:17:00 (EST-5)
Location: HOPEWELL
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

The 5NNW Cleveland Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF0 tornado touched down briefly northwest of Cleveland. It had a path width of 50 yards and a path length of 1.78 miles. The 80 mph wind downed several trees.

Tornado in JOHNSON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 22:45:00 to 27-APR-11 22:56:00 (EST-5)
Location: DOEVILLE
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 1.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A NWS  storm survey reported an EF2 tornado touched down near Butler. It had a path length of 12 miles and a path width of 250 yards. The max wind of 120 mph destroyed homes and buildings and downed numerous trees. In addition, 2 women died.  A 54 year old woman died in her home in the Doe Valley community and a 53 year old woman died in her home in Butler.

Tornado in HAMILTON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:27:00 to 27-APR-11 19:34:00 (EST-5)
Location: APISON
Tornado F-scale: EF4
Property damage: 20.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

Ringgold-Apison Tornado.  An EF4 tornado touched down in north Georgia and continued into southeast Hamilton county, just south of Apison, Tennessee. It tracked northeast across SE Hamilton County before moving across Bradley County and into Polk County.  It had a path length of 4.9 mile path length in Hamilton county and a path width of 800 yards.  The 190 mph wind completely leveled several homes and an additional 150 homes were damaged. Eight fatalities were attributed directly to the tornado along with 100 injuries.  Victims from Apison include a 77 year old grandmother along with her 17 year old grandson as well the 56 year old mother and 31 year old male cousin who died in their home.  In addition, a 63 year old man along with his 60 wife died in their home.  Also, a 70 year old man died with his 62 year old wife died in their home.

Tornado in GREENE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 20:29:00 to 27-APR-11 20:33:00 (EST-5)
Location: LIBERTY HILL
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 300.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Ducktown Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF2 tornado touched down in the Ducktown area in Greene County area and tracked northeast into Washington County south of Falls Branch.  It had a path width of 150 yards and path length of 10 miles.  The 120 mph wind damaged several homes and downed numerous trees.  One house was destroyed.

Tornado in GREENE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 20:07:00 to 27-APR-11 20:08:00 (EST-5)
Location: MOHAWK
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Speedway Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF0 tornado briefly touched down near the Speedway race track just north of Interstate 81 near Mohawk. It had a path width of 70 yards and a path length of 0.5 miles.  The max wind speed of 70 mph downed a few trees.

Tornado in GREENE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 21:47:00 to 27-APR-11 21:49:00 (EST-5)
Location: CEDAR CREEK
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Houston Valley Tornado (Camp Creek Storm).  A NWS storm survey reported an EF0 tornado touched down in the Houston Valley area. It had a path width of 300 yards and path length of 2 miles. The wind speed at 75 mph downed a few trees.  This storm went on a couple minutes later to spin-up the Camp Creek tornado.  The steep terrain at the end of this path seemed to disrupt the tornado.  Once the circulation aloft cleared the ridgetop, the Camp Creek tornado began to form.

Tornado in GREENE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 21:51:00 to 27-APR-11 22:04:00 (EST-5)
Location: FLAG BRANCH
Tornado F-scale: EF3
Property damage: 8.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Camp Creek Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF3 tornado touched down in the Camp Creek area. It tracked into Washington county where it dissipated.  It had a path width of 1500 yards and path length of 16 miles.  There were 6 fatalities in the Camp Creek, 3 on Rambo Road, 2 on Ricker Road, and 1 on Tabor road--all within one mile of each other.  There were approximately 220 injuries from this tornado. The fatalities included a 58 year old man and his 56 year old wife who died in their home.  In addition, a 70 year old man died in his home.  A 47 year old man died in his mobile home.  A 63 year old man also died in his home.   A 47 year old woman died in her home.
The max wind of 150 mph did significant damage in the area including destroying 40 houses, 35 moble homes, 60 structures on farms, and one public building.  Over 100 houses received damage.

Tornado in WASHINGTON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 23:45:00 to 27-APR-11 23:56:00 (EST-5)
Location: LIBERTY
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 3.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Horse Creek Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF3 tornado that initially touched in the Horse Creek area in Greene county, continued a northeast path into Washington county.  The tornado had weakened to an EF2 by the time it was in Washington County with 115 mph winds, but still caused extensive damage.  One 47-year-old man was killed in his home.
This tornado had a total path length in the two counties of 13.6 miles.

Tornado in POLK, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:56:00 to 27-APR-11 20:01:00 (EST-5)
Location: BENTON STATION
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Ringgold-Apison Tornado.  This intense tornado was weaker by the time it had crossed into Polk County--lowering to EF1 with 100 mph winds.  The damage was mainly to trees in this area.  It tracked across the northwest parts of Polk County and continued into southern McMinn County.

Tornado in MCMINN, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 20:01:00 to 27-APR-11 20:07:00 (EST-5)
Location: LUSKVILLE
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 200.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Ringgold-Apison Tornado.  The tornado continued from Polk into McMinn County.  The tornado re-intensified causing EF2 damage with 130 mph estimated max winds.  Near the intersection of County Road 750 and County Road 966 two houses and a mobile home were destroyed and five people were injured.  The tornado finally dissipated southwest of the McMinn County Airport.
This prolific tornado started in Catoosa County, GA, accounted for 21 fatalities and tracked 57 miles over 5 parts of counties; 46 miles and 4 counties in Tennessee.

Tornado in BRADLEY, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 18:35:00 to 27-APR-11 18:37:00 (EST-5)
Location: CLEVELAND
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Northeast Cleveland Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF0 tornado touched down just northeast of Cleveland.  It had a path width of 50 yards and path length of around 1 mile.  The 80 mph wind downed numerous trees.

Tornado in HAMILTON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 17:13:00 to 27-APR-11 17:19:00 (EST-5)
Location: SUMMIT
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Collegedale Tornado.
Moved start from 35.04/-85.07.
A NWS storm survey reported an EF1 tornado touched down near East Ridge. It had a path length of 4 miles and a path width of 90 yards. The 90 mph max wind speed downed many trees and powerlines.

Tornado in GREENE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 23:40:00 to 27-APR-11 23:45:00 (EST-5)
Location: GREYSTONE
Tornado F-scale: EF3
Property damage: 5.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Horse Creek Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF3 tornado touched down in Greene County in the Horse Creek area, near the path where the Camp Creek tornado had passed about 1 hour and 40 minutes before.  The tornado continued northeast into Washington county. It had a total path length of about 14 miles and a path width of 1000 yards. The maximum wind of 160 mph downed trees and also damaged and destroyed many houses and trailers. Multiple barns were destroyed. Two people died in the tornado...one in Greene County and one in Washington County. The fatalities were a 63 year old women (Greene County) and a 47 year old man (Washington County), both dying in their homes.  The death in Greene County occurred on Morgan Branch Road.  Approximate damage was 15 houses destroyed with 40 damaged; 10 mobile homes destroyed, and around 25 farms with structures destroyed.
In total, between the Camp Creek and Horse Creek tornadoes in Greene County there were 7 deaths, 293 injuries with 10 admitted to hospitals; 54 houses destroyed with 156 damaged; 46 mobile homes destroyed and 78 damaged, one public building destroyed, and structures on 88 farms destroyed with 109 damaged.

Tornado in WASHINGTON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 20:33:00 to 27-APR-11 20:37:00 (EST-5)
Location: MILBURNTON
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 500.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Ducktown Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF2 tornado touched down in the Ducktown area in Greene County and tracked northeast into Washington County south of Falls Branch. The 120 mph wind ripped off the entire roofs off several homes and downed numerous trees.  Across Greene and Washington Counties this tornado had a pathlength of 8.8 miles.

Tornado in KNOX, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:57:00 to 27-APR-11 19:58:00 (EST-5)
Location: SEQUOYAH HILLS
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Alcoa Highway Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF1 tornado touched down in south Knoxville.  It formed near Old Settlers Road and tracked to near Wye Way and River Oak Drive before dissipating.  It had a path width of 50 yards and a path length of 1 mile. The 90 mph wind downed numerous trees.

Tornado in KNOX, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 21:28:00 to 27-APR-11 21:29:00 (EST-5)
Location: VIRTUE
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Farragut Tornado.  A NWS Storm Survey reported an EF0 tornado touched down near Farragut.  It formed just north of Kingston Pike then tracked to near Smith Road where it dissipated.  It had a path width of 50 yards and a path length of 1.0 miles.  The max wind of 70 mph downed several trees.

Tornado in JEFFERSON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:46:00 to 27-APR-11 19:50:00 (EST-5)
Location: KANSAS
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A NWS Storm Survey reported an EF0 tornado touched down near White Pine. It formed near Rankin Road then tracked to the southern portions of White Pine where it dissipated. The max wind of 80 mph caused minor roof damage on a few homes and downed several trees.

Tornado in JEFFERSON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 20:11:00 to 27-APR-11 20:12:00 (EST-5)
Location: JEFFERSON CITY
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A NWS Storm Survey reported an EF0 tornado touched down near Jefferson City.  It formed near and caused damage at the American Book Company. It had a path width of 50 yards and a path length of 0.3 miles.  The max wind of 80 mph snapped...twisted and downed a few trees along the path.

Tornado in HAMBLEN, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 22:18:00 to 27-APR-11 22:19:00 (EST-5)
Location: ALPHA
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

An NWS employee reported an EF-0 tornado touched down near Panther State Park in Morristown.  It had a path length of one third of a mile and a path width of 50 yards.  The max wind speed of 70 mph downed several trees starting from the overlook at the north end of the park.

Thunderstorm Wind in BRADLEY, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 14:36:00 to 27-APR-11 14:45:00 (EST-5)
Location: CLEVELAND
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 30.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

North Cleveland Tornado.  Law enforcement personnel reported damage to apartments by thunderstorm wind on Crown Colony Drive in Cleveland.

Tornado in BRADLEY, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 07:45:00 to 27-APR-11 07:48:00 (EST-5)
Location: ETOLA
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 125.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

The 5W Cleveland Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF2 tornado developed west of Cleveland.  It had a path width of 150 yards and a path length of 2 miles.  The max wind 120 mph destroyed 3 mobile homes and other structures were damaged.  One person was injured.

Tornado in BLEDSOE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:13:00 to 27-APR-11 19:26:00 (CST-6)
Location: HENDON
Tornado F-scale: EF4
Property damage: 15.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

New Harmony Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported a tornado path in Sequatchie county and continued its track northeast into and across southeastern Bledsoe County.  It had a path length of 16.3 miles in Bledsoe county and a 1/2 mile path width.  The 190 mph wind destroyed several homes up on Waldens Ridge, with continuous damage noted into Rhea county. Numerous trees and barns were also downed in the path of the large tornado. Vehicles were picked up and thrown.
Four people died in the Pitts Gap area just before the tornado reached New Harmony.  The fatalities included a married couple--a 43 year old woman and a 39 year old man in their mobile home.  A man, his wife (64 years old), and her sister (70 years old, visiting from Nashville) were in a camper, camping on Waldens Ridge when the tornado struck, killing the two sisters, and injuring the man.  Another 10 people were injured.

Tornado in SEQUATCHIE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:06:00 to 27-APR-11 19:13:00 (CST-6)
Location: DAUS
Tornado F-scale: EF4
Property damage: 250.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

New Harmony Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF2 tornado initially developed near Dunlap.  It tracked northeast across Sequatchie, Bledsoe and into Rhea County.  It had a path length of 7.9 miles in Sequatchie county and a 1/2 mile path width.  Numerous trees and powerlines were downed and a few homes suffered some damage. The tornado intensified to an EF4 in Bledsoe County.  While in Sequatchie County...the tornado initially started on a more northerly track then turned to almost straight northeast at about 35.377N/85.380W.

Tornado in MONROE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 20:35:00 to 27-APR-11 20:39:00 (EST-5)
Location: CITICO BEACH
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Park/Forest Service

Dog Gap Tornado.  The Cherokee National Forest reported this tornado path that was less than a mile south of the EF4 Chilhowee track from two hours earlier.  Aerial photographs from this tornado showed heavy tree damage in the heart of the path.  The tornado dissipated just before getting to Chilhowee Lake.

Tornado in BLOUNT, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 18:33:00 to 27-APR-11 18:45:00 (EST-5)
Location: CHILHOWEE
Tornado F-scale: EF4
Property damage: 1.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Chilhowee EF4 Tornado.  An NWS survey team reported an EF4 tornado touched down west of Chilhowee Lake in northern Monroe County. The max wind of 170 mph smashed a TVA transmission tower in the Lake, and ground up miles of forest in both Cherokee National Forest, then in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
This tornado started in northern Monroe County in the Cherokee National Forest, then crossed Chilhowee Lake where it smash the tower, entering into Blount County. On the far shore of the lake (now in Blount County and also entering the Great Smoky Mountains National Park), it took a right turn at 33.5574/84.0061, traveled ENE deeper into the park, towards Cades Cove.  Before getting to Cades Cove it took a left turn near 35.5794/83.9878 and headed to the NE.  It finally dissipated about 4 miles north of Cades Cove, still in the Park.  Its total path was 14.5 miles long.

Tornado in MCMINN, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 18:35:00 to 27-APR-11 18:36:00 (EST-5)
Location: MT HARMONY
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A NWS Storm Survey reported an EF0 tornado touched down near Athens. The max wind of 70 mph snapped off a few trees.

Tornado in SEVIER, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 20:31:00 to 27-APR-11 20:32:00 (EST-5)
Location: BIRD XRD
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 3.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

McGaha Hollow Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF0 touched down near McGaha Hollow in Sevier County, very close to the Jefferson County line.  The wind speed at 70 mph downed numerous trees in its path.

Tornado in JEFFERSON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 20:32:00 to 27-APR-11 20:33:00 (EST-5)
Location: CHESTNUT HILL
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

McGaha Hollow Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF0 touched down near McGaha Hollow in Sevier County.  It quickly tracked into Jefferson County and dissipated just southeast of the Bush Beans Plant.  The wind speed at 70 mph downed numerous trees along its path.

Tornado in SEVIER, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 20:06:00 to 27-APR-11 20:07:00 (EST-5)
Location: CUSICK
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Canyon Hills Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF0 touched down near Seymour.  It formed southeast of Seymour near Chapman Highway and Wye Drive and Canyon Hills Road, then tracked to south of Shiloh Road where it dissipated. It had a path width of 50 yards and path length of 0.5 miles. The wind speed at 70 mph downed a few trees.

Tornado in MONROE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 20:20:00 to 27-APR-11 20:31:00 (EST-5)
Location: WILSON STATION
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Sleepy Valley Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF1 tornado touched down south of Madisonville.  It formed near Sleepy Valley Road and tracked to near Tellico Lake near Corn Tassel Road then dissipated.  The 100 mph wind downed numerous trees.

Tornado in HAMILTON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 07:56:00 to 27-APR-11 07:59:00 (EST-5)
Location: LUPTON CITY
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 150.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Red Bank Tornado.  NWS storm survey an EF1 tornado touched down along Ashland Terrance Road near Red Bank. The 90 mph wind downed numerous trees and powerlines. A few structures and a large amounts of roofs were damaged as well.

Tornado in HAMILTON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 08:04:00 to 27-APR-11 08:08:00 (EST-5)
Location: LOOKOUT MTN
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

East Ridge Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF1 tornado touched down near East Ridge. It  formed  along Missionary Ridge and John Ross Road.  It had a path width of 200 yards and a path length of 2.2 miles. The 90 mph wind downed numerous trees.

Tornado in MONROE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 20:22:00 to 27-APR-11 20:24:00 (EST-5)
Location: MT HARMONY
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Gamble Gap-South Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF0 touched down near Tellico Plains.  It formed near Gamble Gap Road and Henry Mayfield Road then tracked to near north of Highway 68   where it dissipated. It had a path width of 50 yards and path length of 2 miles. The wind speed at 70 mph downed a few trees.

Tornado in MONROE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 20:18:00 to 27-APR-11 20:19:00 (EST-5)
Location: MT HARMONY
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Gamble Gap-North Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF0 touched down northwest of Tellico Plains.  It formed near Gamble Gap Road near Highway 68 then tracked to near TD Farm Road near Highway 68 where it dissipated. The wind speed at 70 mph downed a few trees.

Tornado in MONROE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 18:08:00 to 27-APR-11 18:18:00 (EST-5)
Location: BROWNHILL
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 500.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Chapel Road Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF2 tornado touched down near Tellico Plains.  It started near Highway 39 and Chapel Road then moved to Ball Street Road where it ended. The 115 mph wind blew the top story of a two story building off.  Several homes were either destroyed or damaged.  A trailer was also destroyed.  Numerous trees were also downed. One  person was injured in the Mount Vernon area.

Tornado in HAMILTON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 08:03:00 to 27-APR-11 08:05:00 (EST-5)
Location: HARRISON
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Harrison Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF0 tornado briefly touched down near Harrison and Hixson. It had a path width of 100 yards and a path length of 0.5 miles.  The max wind of 70 mph downed a few trees and damaged a few structures.

Tornado in HAMILTON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 14:02:00 to 27-APR-11 14:07:00 (EST-5)
Location: COLLEGEDALE
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Ooltewah-to-Cleveland Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF1 tornado touched down about 2 miles south of Ooltewah and tracked NNE through Ooltewah to near on I-75 at about mile marker 12. The path then turned more NE (at 35.101N/85.020W) to the Bradley County line. The 90 mph wind produced minor to moderate roof damage on a few homes and downed numerous trees.

Tornado in MONROE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 18:10:00 to 27-APR-11 18:21:00 (EST-5)
Location: WILSON STATION
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Old Federal Road Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF1 tornado touched down just south of Madisonville.  It formed near Old Federal Road and Marvin Atkins Road and tracked to Corn Tassel Road near Tellico Lake before dissipating. The 90 mph wind downed numerous trees.

Tornado in HAMILTON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 07:55:00 to 27-APR-11 07:56:00 (EST-5)
Location: ALTON PARK
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 0.10M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

St. Elmo Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF1 touched down in the St Elmo area. The max wind of 90 mph produced damage to a few homes and businesses as well as downing trees.

Tornado in HAMILTON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 17:14:00 to 27-APR-11 17:21:00 (EST-5)
Location: SUMMIT
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Ooltewah#2 Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF1 tornado touched down near Ooltewah. It formed near the Ooltewah-Apison Pike then tracked to near Ooltewah Lee Highway where it dissipated. The 100 mph wind downed numerous trees and several homes along the path received minor to moderate roof damage.

Tornado in HAMILTON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 17:03:00 to 27-APR-11 17:08:00 (EST-5)
Location: (CHA)LOVELL FLD CHAT
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 90.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Ridgeside Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF1 tornado touched down near Ridgeside. It formed on Hwy 153 near the Chattanooga Airport then tracked to near Lightfoot Mill Road where it dissipated. It had a path width of 125 yards and a path length of 3.8 miles. The 90 mph wind caused minor to moderate roof damage as well knocked down numerous trees.

Tornado in MONROE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 15:49:00 to 27-APR-11 15:53:00 (EST-5)
Location: FAGIN
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Stinnett Road Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF1 tornado touched down northeast of Madisonville.  It formed near Stinnett Road and tracked to Chota View Road before dissipating. The 100 mph wind downed numerous trees.

Tornado in MONROE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 20:26:00 to 27-APR-11 20:36:00 (EST-5)
Location: GUDGER
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Englewood-S. Madisonville Tornado.  A NWS storm survey indicated an EF1 tornado touched down northeast of Englewood in McMinn County and continued into Monroe County. It tracked to near Hopewell Spring  Road near Madisonville before dissipating. The 100 mph wind damaged several homes and downed numerous trees and powerlines. One person was injured.

Tornado in BLOUNT, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:09:00 to 27-APR-11 19:15:00 (EST-5)
Location: MIDDLE SETTLEMENT
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

An EF0 tornado touched downed near Louisville. It formed near Dug Gap Road and tracked to near Topside Road and Singleton Station Road where it dissipated. The max winds of 70 mph downed trees along its path.

Tornado in BLOUNT, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 20:43:00 to 27-APR-11 20:49:00 (EST-5)
Location: BRICK MILL
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Nine-Mile Road Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF0 tornado touched down just east of Greenback. It had a path width of 100 yards and a path length of 3.8 miles.  The 70 mph wind downed several trees.

Tornado in HAMILTON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 17:12:00 to 27-APR-11 17:13:00 (EST-5)
Location: OOLTEWAH
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Hunter Road Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF0 tornado touched down northwest of Ooltewah near Hunter Road. The max wind of 70 mph downed a few trees and powerlines.

Hail in MCMINN, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 20:15:00 to 27-APR-11 20:17:00 (EST-5)
Location: ATHENS
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported thunderstorms produced quarter-size hail on South Jackson Street in Athens.

Hail in SULLIVAN, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 20:25:00 to 27-APR-11 20:28:00 (EST-5)
Location: SULLIVAN GARDENS
Magnitude: 2.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

NWS storm survey team reported thunderstorms produced baseball-size hail around Sullivan Gardens.

Thunderstorm Wind in SULLIVAN, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 20:25:00 to 27-APR-11 20:35:00 (EST-5)
Location: SULLIVAN GARDENS
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

NWS survey team reported several trees and powerlines downed by thunderstorm wind in and around Sullivan Gardens.

Hail in MONROE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 20:30:00 to 27-APR-11 20:32:00 (EST-5)
Location: VONORE
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported thunderstorms produced golfball-size hail in Vonore.

Hail in SEVIER, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 21:00:00 to 27-APR-11 21:02:00 (EST-5)
Location: SEVIERVILLE
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported thunderstorms produced quarter-size hail 2 miles southeast of Sevierville.

Thunderstorm Wind in MCMINN, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 15:35:00 to 27-APR-11 15:45:00 (EST-5)
Location: ENGLEWOOD
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio personnel reported numerous trees and powerlines downed by thunderstorm wind on Highway 165 in Englewood.

Hail in MARION, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 16:21:00 to 27-APR-11 16:23:00 (CST-6)
Location: JASPER
Magnitude: 2.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported thunderstorms produced baseball-size hail on Battle Creek Road 7 miles west of Jasper.

Hail in MARION, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 16:30:00 to 27-APR-11 16:32:00 (CST-6)
Location: JASPER
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported thunderstorms produced golfball-size hail in Jasper.

Thunderstorm Wind in MORGAN, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 16:30:00 to 27-APR-11 16:40:00 (EST-5)
Location: SUNBRIGHT
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement personnel reported several trees downed by thunderstorm wind in Sunbright.

Thunderstorm Wind in MARION, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 16:32:00 to 27-APR-11 16:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: SOUTH PITTSBURG
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency manager personnel reported numerous trees downed by thunderstorm wind 2 miles south of South Pittsburg in the Midway community.

Funnel Cloud in SULLIVAN, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 21:02:00 to 27-APR-11 21:03:00 (EST-5)
Location: BLOUNTVILLE
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio personnel reported thunderstorms produced a funnel cloud near Blountville.

Thunderstorm Wind in BRADLEY, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 21:05:00 to 27-APR-11 21:15:00 (EST-5)
Location: CLEVELAND
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public reported a couple of trees downed by thunderstorm wind in Cleveland.

Hail in SULLIVAN, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 21:06:00 to 27-APR-11 21:08:00 (EST-5)
Location: BRISTOL
Magnitude: 2.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported thunderstorms produced baseball-size hail 7 miles southeast of Bristol.

Thunderstorm Wind in JEFFERSON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 21:08:00 to 27-APR-11 21:20:00 (EST-5)
Location: DANDRIDGE
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio personnel reported numerous trees downed by thunderstorms wind at the Douglas campground in Dandridge.

Thunderstorm Wind in HAMBLEN, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 17:15:00 to 27-APR-11 17:20:00 (EST-5)
Location: MORRISTOWN
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement personnel reported several trees downed by thunderstorm wind in Morristown.  One tree fell on home.

Thunderstorm Wind in CAMPBELL, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 17:00:00 to 27-APR-11 17:10:00 (EST-5)
Location: JELLICO
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency manager personnel reported many trees downed and power pole split by thunderstorm wind in Jellico.

Hail in BLOUNT, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 18:46:00 to 27-APR-11 18:48:00 (EST-5)
Location: KNOXVILLE MCGHEE TYS
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Official NWS Observations

Quarter-size hail was reported at McGhee Tyson Airport that fell from a thunderstorm that passed over the airport.

Thunderstorm Wind in BLOUNT, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:00:00 to 27-APR-11 19:10:00 (EST-5)
Location: MARYVILLE
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio personnel reported many trees downed by thunderstorm wind near the intersection of Carpenters Grade Road and Bert Garner Lane southwest of Maryville.

Thunderstorm Wind in RHEA, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 21:08:00 to 27-APR-11 21:15:00 (EST-5)
Location: SPRING CITY
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement personnel reported numerous trees downed and damage a home by thunderstorm wind in Spring City.

Thunderstorm Wind in JEFFERSON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 21:08:00 to 27-APR-11 21:10:00 (EST-5)
Location: DANDRIDGE
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio personnel reported numerous trees downed by thunderstorms wind at the Douglas campground in Dandridge.

Thunderstorm Wind in RHEA, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 21:08:00 to 27-APR-11 21:15:00 (EST-5)
Location: SPRING CITY
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement personnel reported numerous trees downed and damage to a home by thunderstorm wind in Spring City.

Hail in SULLIVAN, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 21:13:00 to 27-APR-11 21:15:00 (EST-5)
Location: BRISTOL
Magnitude: 1.25 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported thunderstorms produced half-dollar-size hail in Bristol.

Hail in HAMILTON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 17:15:00 to 27-APR-11 17:17:00 (EST-5)
Location: CHATTANOOGA
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio personnel reported thunderstorms produced golfball-size hail in Chattanooga in the Missionary Ridge area.

Hail in HAMILTON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 17:19:00 to 27-APR-11 17:20:00 (EST-5)
Location: OOLTEWAH
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio personnel reported thunderstorms produced golfball-size hail near Ooltewah at Interstate 75.

Thunderstorm Wind in SCOTT, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 17:24:00 to 27-APR-11 17:35:00 (EST-5)
Location: ONEIDA
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement personnel reported numerous trees and powerlines downed by thunderstorm wind countywide.

Funnel Cloud in SEQUATCHIE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 17:25:00 to 27-APR-11 17:26:00 (CST-6)
Location: DUNLAP
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement personnel reported a funnel clouds was seen from a thunderstorm 1 mile south of Dunlap.

Hail in BRADLEY, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 17:30:00 to 27-APR-11 17:32:00 (EST-5)
Location: CLEVELAND
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported thunderstorms produced golfball-size hail in Cleveland.

Hail in SEQUATCHIE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 17:25:00 to 27-APR-11 17:27:00 (CST-6)
Location: DUNLAP
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement personnel reported a thunderstorm produced quarter-size hail 1 mile south of Dunlap.

Hail in LOUDON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:00:00 to 27-APR-11 19:02:00 (EST-5)
Location: LENOIR CITY
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported thunderstorms produced golfball-size hail in Lenoir City.

Funnel Cloud in MONROE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:03:00 to 27-APR-11 19:04:00 (EST-5)
Location: VONORE
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported a funnel cloud from a thunderstorm in Vonore.

Hail in KNOX, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:04:00 to 27-APR-11 19:06:00 (EST-5)
Location: FARRAGUT
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported thunderstorms produced quarter-size hail in Farragut.

Hail in KNOX, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:05:00 to 27-APR-11 19:07:00 (EST-5)
Location: KNOXVILLE
Magnitude: 2.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported thunderstorms produced 2 inch size hail 2 miles west of Knoxville.

Hail in GREENE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 17:30:00 to 27-APR-11 17:32:00 (EST-5)
Location: BAILEYTON
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported thunderstorms produced quarter-size hail Baileyton.

Hail in BRADLEY, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 17:38:00 to 27-APR-11 17:39:00 (EST-5)
Location: CLEVELAND
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio personnel reported thunderstorms produced golfball-size hail on Interstate 75 in Cleveland.

Thunderstorm Wind in BRADLEY, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 17:40:00 to 27-APR-11 17:50:00 (EST-5)
Location: CLEVELAND
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio personnel reported many trees downed by thunderstorm wind in Old Parkersville Road in Cleveland.

Funnel Cloud in POLK, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 17:49:00 to 27-APR-11 17:50:00 (EST-5)
Location: BENTON
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio personnel reported a funnel cloud was sighted by a thunderstorm in Benton.

Thunderstorm Wind in COCKE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 21:30:00 to 27-APR-11 21:40:00 (EST-5)
Location: NEWPORT
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 30.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement personnel reported numerous trees downed and damage to Cocke County High School by thunderstorm wind in Newport.

Thunderstorm Wind in COCKE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 21:30:00 to 27-APR-11 21:40:00 (EST-5)
Location: DEL RIO
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio personnel reported numerous trees downed by thunderstorm wind in Del Rio.

Funnel Cloud in BLOUNT, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:05:00 to 27-APR-11 19:06:00 (EST-5)
Location: MARYVILLE
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio personnel sighted a funnel cloud from a thunderstorm between Maryville and Greenback.

Hail in KNOX, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:10:00 to 27-APR-11 19:12:00 (EST-5)
Location: KNOXVILLE
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported thunderstorms produced golfball-size hail in Knoxville.

Hail in SULLIVAN, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 21:39:00 to 27-APR-11 21:45:00 (EST-5)
Location: BLOUNTVILLE
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio personnel reported thunderstorms produced golfball-size hail near Blountville.

Hail in SULLIVAN, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 21:58:00 to 27-APR-11 22:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: BRISTOL
Magnitude: 2.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported thunderstorms produced baseball-size hail 9 miles southeast of Bristol.

Hail in POLK, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 22:00:00 to 27-APR-11 22:02:00 (EST-5)
Location: BENTON
Magnitude: 1.25 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement personnel reported thunderstorms produced quarter to half dollar size hail in Benton.

Hail in SULLIVAN, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 22:06:00 to 27-APR-11 22:08:00 (EST-5)
Location: BRISTOL
Magnitude: 2.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio personnel reported thunderstorms produced baseball-size hail in Bristol.

Tornado in RHEA, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 20:28:00 to 27-APR-11 20:33:00 (EST-5)
Location: IDEAL VLY
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A NWS storm survey reported an EF1 tornado touched down near Spring City.  It formed west of city and and tracked the northern portions of the city where it dissipated. It had a path width of 75 yards and a path length of 1.5 miles. The 90 mph wind downed  a few trees.

Tornado in JEFFERSON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 20:24:00 to 27-APR-11 20:25:00 (EST-5)
Location: OAKLAND
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A NWS Storm Survey reported an EF0 tornado touched down near the Patriot Hills Golf Course area.  It formed near the subdivision behind Patriot Hills Golf Course and tracked to just northeast of Highway 92 where it dissipated.  It had a path width of 50 yards and a path length of 0.8 miles.  The max wind of 65 mph downed a few trees.

Thunderstorm Wind in MCMINN, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 17:54:00 to 27-APR-11 18:05:00 (EST-5)
Location: COGHILL
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 30.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported a roof blown off a home and several trees downed by thunderstorm wind in the Cog Hill Community.

Hail in BRADLEY, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 18:00:00 to 27-APR-11 18:09:00 (EST-5)
Location: CLEVELAND
Magnitude: 1.25 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public reported thunderstorms produced Kennedy-half-dollar size hail in Cleveland.

Tornado in BLOUNT, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 20:40:00 to 27-APR-11 20:50:00 (EST-5)
Location: CHILHOWEE
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A NWS storm survey reported an EF0 tornado touched down near Chilhowee Lake in Monroe County and tracked into Blount County where it dissipated. It had a path width of 440 yards and a path length of 15 miles.  The max wind of 70 mph downed many trees.

Hail in JEFFERSON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:10:00 to 27-APR-11 19:13:00 (EST-5)
Location: DANDRIDGE
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported thunderstorms produced quarter-size hail in Dandridge.

Flood in SEQUATCHIE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:15:00 to 27-APR-11 19:17:00 (CST-6)
Location: DUNLAP
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement personnel reported thunderstorms produced flooding on Hwy 127 in Dunlap. A middle aged man, who was intoxicated, jumped into the high water, drowned and was later found 60 yards downstream.

Hail in KNOX, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:15:00 to 27-APR-11 19:17:00 (EST-5)
Location: KNOXVILLE
Magnitude: 2.75 
Property damage: 30.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public reported thunderstorms produced baseball-size hail 2 miles southeast of Knoxville damaging vehicles in the area.

Tornado in LOUDON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:00:00 to 27-APR-11 19:02:00 (EST-5)
Location: GREENBACK
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A NWS Storm Survey reported an EF0 tornado touched down near West Greenback. It had a path width of 50 yards and a path length of 1.0 miles.  The max wind of 70 mph downed several trees.

Hail in HAWKINS, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 18:00:00 to 27-APR-11 18:02:00 (EST-5)
Location: CHURCH HILL
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement personnel reported thunderstorms produced quarter-size hail in Church Hill.

Hail in RHEA, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 18:22:00 to 27-APR-11 18:24:00 (EST-5)
Location: SPRING CITY
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported thunderstorms produced quarter-size hail in Spring City.

Hail in BLOUNT, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 18:30:00 to 27-APR-11 18:32:00 (EST-5)
Location: BIG SPGS
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio personnel reported thunderstorm produced quarter-size hail 6 miles northeast Greenback.

Hail in LOUDON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 18:43:00 to 27-APR-11 18:45:00 (EST-5)
Location: LOUDON
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported thunderstorms produced golfball-size hail in Loudon.

Thunderstorm Wind in UNION, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 22:20:00 to 27-APR-11 22:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: SHARPS CHAPEL
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio personnel reported a tree fell on trailer by thunderstorm wind in Sharps Chapel.

Hail in BLOUNT, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 22:45:00 to 27-APR-11 22:47:00 (EST-5)
Location: TOWNSEND
Magnitude: 1.25 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported thunderstorm produced half dollar-size hail in Townsend.

Thunderstorm Wind in CARTER, TENNESSEE
From 28-APR-11 00:00:00 to 28-APR-11 00:10:00 (EST-5)
Location: HAMPTON
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement personnel reported numerous trees downed by thunderstorm wind in Hampton.

Thunderstorm Wind in SEQUATCHIE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:15:00 to 27-APR-11 19:25:00 (CST-6)
Location: DUNLAP
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 30.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement personnel reported a roof blown off a building by thunderstorm wind in Dunlap.

Hail in KNOX, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:19:00 to 27-APR-11 19:21:00 (EST-5)
Location: KNOXVILLE
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported thunderstorms produced golfball-size hail at the University of Tennessee campus in Knoxville.

Thunderstorm Wind in GREENE, TENNESSEE
From 28-APR-11 00:10:00 to 28-APR-11 00:20:00 (EST-5)
Location: TUSCULUM
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement personnel reported numerous trees downed by thunderstorm wind in Tusculum.

Tornado in MCMINN, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 18:00:00 to 27-APR-11 18:02:00 (EST-5)
Location: ETOWAH
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A NWS storm survey reported an EF0 tornado touched down just south of Etowah.  It had a path width of 50 yards and a path length of 2.3 miles. The max wind of 80 mph downed a few trees along its path.

Thunderstorm Wind in KNOX, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:19:00 to 27-APR-11 19:25:00 (EST-5)
Location: KNOXVILLE
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported a 61 knot (70 mph) wind gust from thunderstorms at the University of Tennessee campus in Knoxville.

Thunderstorm Wind in BLOUNT, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:20:00 to 27-APR-11 19:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: ALCOA
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 40.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement personnel reported moderate roof damage to homes by thunderstorm wind in the Louisville area.

Hail in KNOX, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:32:00 to 27-APR-11 19:34:00 (EST-5)
Location: KNOXVILLE
Magnitude: 1.25 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported thunderstorms produced half-dollar-size hail at the intersection of central and woodland east of Interstate 275 and north of Interstate 40 in Knoxville.

Thunderstorm Wind in BRADLEY, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 08:35:00 to 27-APR-11 08:45:00 (EST-5)
Location: CLEVELAND
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement personnel reported numerous trees and powerlines downed by thunderstorm wind in Cleveland and northeast portions of the county.

Thunderstorm Wind in HAMILTON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 13:55:00 to 27-APR-11 13:55:00 (EST-5)
Location: (CHA)LOVELL FLD CHAT
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A 41-year-old woman was killed in her trailer by a falling tree.  Reports stated that her husband and son were seeking shelter in a closet whereas she chose to stay out the closet.  The room she in which was located is where the tree smashed the trailer.  The husband and son were not injured.

Hail in JEFFERSON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:30:00 to 27-APR-11 19:32:00 (EST-5)
Location: WHITE PINE
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public reported thunderstorms produced golfball-size hail on Leadvale Road in White Pine.

Hail in KNOX, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:38:00 to 27-APR-11 19:40:00 (EST-5)
Location: FARRAGUT
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported thunderstorms produced quarter-size hail in Farragut.

Hail in HAWKINS, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:45:00 to 27-APR-11 19:47:00 (EST-5)
Location: SURGOINSVILLE
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported thunderstorms produced quarter-size hail 7 miles east of Surgoinsville.

Thunderstorm Wind in GREENE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:45:00 to 27-APR-11 19:55:00 (EST-5)
Location: MOHAWK
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement personnel numerous trees downed by thunderstorm wind in Mohawk.

Hail in JEFFERSON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:48:00 to 27-APR-11 19:50:00 (EST-5)
Location: DANDRIDGE
Magnitude: 2.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported thunderstorms produced 2 inch-size hail 3 miles southwest of Dandridge.

Tornado in MONROE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 18:31:00 to 27-APR-11 18:33:00 (EST-5)
Location: CITICO BEACH
Tornado F-scale: EF4
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A massive EF-4 tornado quickly spun up just west of Chilhowee Lake in northern Monroe County that scoured the forest in the Cherokee National Forest.  The tornado entered the Lake (at the Blount County line) and smashed a large steel transmission tower.  The tornado then entered the Great Smoky Mountains National Park on the other side of the lake and again began to rip through heavy forest.

Thunderstorm Wind in BLEDSOE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 06:45:00 to 27-APR-11 06:55:00 (CST-6)
Location: PIKEVILLE
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 3.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement personnel reported a couple of trees downed by thunderstorm wind on Highway 127 in Pikeville.

Hail in BRADLEY, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:48:00 to 27-APR-11 19:50:00 (EST-5)
Location: CLEVELAND
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported thunderstorms produced golfball-size hail 2 miles east of Cleveland.

Funnel Cloud in HAMILTON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 08:40:00 to 27-APR-11 08:42:00 (EST-5)
Location: GEORGETOWN
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported a possible tornado touched down near Georgetown.  Trees and powerlines were downed by thunderstorm wind along with minor structure damage.

Thunderstorm Wind in BLOUNT, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 09:00:00 to 27-APR-11 09:10:00 (EST-5)
Location: WALLAND
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 3.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement personnel reported 1 tree in Walland and another in Seymour downed by thunderstorm wind.

Thunderstorm Wind in MARION, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 12:20:00 to 27-APR-11 12:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: OAK GROVE
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public reported a few trees downed by thunderstorm wind on Highway 150 near Oak Grove.

Hail in MARION, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 12:25:00 to 27-APR-11 12:27:00 (CST-6)
Location: MOORE CROSSING
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported thunderstorms produced golfball-size hail near Moore Crossing.

Tornado in MARION, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 13:26:00 to 27-APR-11 13:29:00 (CST-6)
Location: ALATEN
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A NWS storm survey reported an EF1 tornado track from near the Georgia state line near Macedonia Road.  The path continued to the northeast to near Highway 156 before dissipating. The 90 mph wind downed numerous trees.

Thunderstorm Wind in SEQUATCHIE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 12:40:00 to 27-APR-11 12:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: DUNLAP
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management personnel reported numerous trees downed by thunderstorm wind in Dunlap.

Hail in HAMILTON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 13:44:00 to 27-APR-11 13:46:00 (EST-5)
Location: CHATTANOOGA
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio personnel reported thunderstorms produced quarter-size hail near Chattanooga.

Hail in MCMINN, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 03:21:00 to 27-APR-11 03:22:00 (EST-5)
Location: RICEVILLE
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio personnel reported thunderstorms produced golfball-size hail in Riceville.

Funnel Cloud in UNION, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:53:00 to 27-APR-11 19:54:00 (EST-5)
Location: LUTTRELL
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported thunderstorms produced a funnel cloud in Luttrell.

Hail in UNION, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:53:00 to 27-APR-11 19:55:00 (EST-5)
Location: LUTTRELL
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported thunderstorms produced quarter-size hail in Luttrell.

Hail in COCKE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:55:00 to 27-APR-11 19:57:00 (EST-5)
Location: BYBEE
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported thunderstorms produced golfball-size hail 3 miles north of Bybee.

Hail in BRADLEY, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:55:00 to 27-APR-11 19:57:00 (EST-5)
Location: CLEVELAND
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported thunderstorms produced golfball-size hail 4 miles north of Cleveland.

Funnel Cloud in HAMILTON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 13:52:00 to 27-APR-11 13:55:00 (EST-5)
Location: CHATTANOOGA
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio personnel reported a funnel cloud was sighted from a thunderstorm in Chattanooga.

Hail in BRADLEY, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 14:20:00 to 27-APR-11 14:22:00 (EST-5)
Location: CLEVELAND
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported thunderstorms produced golfball-size hail in Cleveland.

Hail in BRADLEY, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 14:29:00 to 27-APR-11 14:31:00 (EST-5)
Location: CHARLESTON
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio personnel reported thunderstorms produced golfball-size hail near Charleston.

Funnel Cloud in MONROE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 14:58:00 to 27-APR-11 14:59:00 (EST-5)
Location: MADISONVILLE
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement personnel reported a funnel cloud sighted from a thunderstorm in Madisonville.

Hail in JEFFERSON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:28:00 to 27-APR-11 19:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: WHITE PINE
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

An NWS employee reported thunderstorms produced golfball-size hail in White Pine.

Tornado in MONROE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 15:04:00 to 27-APR-11 15:07:00 (EST-5)
Location: HOPEWELL SPGS
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Brakebill Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF0 touched down northeast of Madisonville.  It formed near Brakebill School Road and McClung Road and tracked to near Corn Tassel Road where it dissipated. The wind speed at 70 mph downed a few trees.

Tornado in POLK, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 17:49:00 to 27-APR-11 17:56:00 (EST-5)
Location: BENTON STATION
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Cleveland-to-Etowah Tornado.  This tornado entered the northwest part of Polk County from Bradley County after already traveling over 15 miles.  In Polk County, the tornado had weakened somewhat to 100 mph max winds that downed trees and caused some roof damage to homes.  It then continued into McMinn County.

Hail in BLOUNT, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 19:10:00 to 27-APR-11 19:13:00 (EST-5)
Location: FRIENDSVILLE
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported thunderstorms produced golfball-size hail in Friendsville.

Hail in WASHINGTON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 21:25:00 to 27-APR-11 21:27:00 (EST-5)
Location: GRAY
Magnitude: 1.25 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio personnel reported thunderstorms produced half-dollar-size hail in Gray.

Funnel Cloud in SEQUATCHIE, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 12:25:00 to 27-APR-11 12:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: DUNLAP
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter sighted a funnel cloud from a thunderstorm in Dunlap.

Thunderstorm Wind in SCOTT, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 16:45:00 to 27-APR-11 16:55:00 (EST-5)
Location: ONEIDA
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement personnel reported many trees downed by thunderstorm wind in Oneida.

Thunderstorm Wind in POLK, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 18:00:00 to 27-APR-11 18:10:00 (EST-5)
Location: BENTON
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement personnel reported many trees and powerlines downed by thunderstorm wind near intersection of Athens Road and Pinhook Road near Benton.

Tornado in HAMILTON, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 08:37:00 to 27-APR-11 08:38:00 (EST-5)
Location: BIRCHWOOD
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Birchwood Tornado.  A NWS storm survey reported an EF1 tornado touched down near Birchwood. It formed near Birchwood Pike then tracked to near Defriese Road where it dissipated. The 100 mph wind downed numerous trees.

Tornado in BRADLEY, TENNESSEE
From 27-APR-11 14:07:00 to 27-APR-11 14:18:00 (EST-5)
Location: MC DONALD
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 75.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Ooltewah-to-Cleveland Tornado.  An EF1 tornado continued its path to the northeast from Hamilton county almost parallel to I-75 into western Bradley County.  The tornado path showed a slight right bend at near 35.140N/84.993W, then continued to the northeast into the north side of Cleveland. The 90 mph wind downed numerous trees and slightly to moderately damaged several roofs throughout its path. A 56 year old man was killed due to flying debris and trees landing on the vehicle he was driving.