A powerful storm system crossed the Southeast United States on Wednesday, April 27, 2011, resulting in a large and deadly tornado outbreak.  This epic event broke the record for number of tornadoes in a day for the state of Alabama, becoming the most significant tornado outbreak in the state���s history.
Central Alabama had two rounds of severe weather that day. During the early morning hours, a Quasi-Linear Convective System quickly moved across the northern half of the National Weather Service, Birmingham county warning area. Straight line winds of 90 mph (78kts) or greater and 11 tornadoes lead to widespread damage and power outages. During the afternoon, long-lived supercell thunderstorms produced long-track, strong and violent tornadoes. Destruction and loss of life across many towns and communities was devastating.
The hardest hit areas included Shottsville and Hackleburg, both in Marion County, where winds of 160 mph and 210 mph respectively, caused unimagineable damage. Cordova, in Walker County, was hit twice; by a tornado along the Quasi-Linear Convective System during the early morning hours and again in the afternoon by a long-track EF4 tornado. A long track tornado moved across the city of Tuscaloosa and the western suburbs of Birmingham, resulting in the complete destruction of whole neighborhoods and numerous injuries and fatalities in those heavily populated areas. The same parent supercell produced another violent tornado in east Central Alabama as it tracked across St. Clair and Calhoun Counties, resulting in additional fatalities and incredible damage to a number of neighborhoods. Another violent EF4 tornado tracked across portions of Elmore and Tallapoosa Counties, including Lake Martin, destroying numerous homes and a large section of a mobile home park.
Most of the violent tornadoes from this day were captured on video by a number of people, including storm spotters and chasers, as well as numerous television news crews and remotely controlled web-enabled video cameras.  This allowed unprecedented coverage and viewing of this historic event in real time from people worldwide.

Tornado in CALHOUN, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 18:04:00 to 27-APR-11 18:22:00 (CST-6)
Location: MIDDLETON
Tornado F-scale: EF4
Property damage: 122.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This tornado initially touched down in eastern Jefferson County, north northeast of Trussville and moved northeast through portions of St. Clair, Calhoun, Etowah and Cherokee Counties, before it moved into Georgia, across Polk, Floyd and Bartow (See Storm Data Peachtree City) Counties. The tornado crossed Neely Henry Lake and into Calhoun County at Eagle Cove Rd., northwest of Ohatchee. At this point, the tornado had winds of 180 mph, an EF4 rating, and a path width of 1 mile. As the tornado crossed AL Hwy 77, numerous homes were leveled and mobile homes were demolished. Trees were left as stumps. Four fatalities occurred in this area. The tornado continued to cause extensive damage as it moved northeast crossing US Hwy 431 at Colwell and CR 23, where several homes and one church were destroyed. Four fatalities occurred in this area. As the tornado approached the Etowah County line, it weakened to an EF2 with winds of 120 mph, but continued to cause damage. Several homes were damaged and one mobile home destroyed along CR 64. The tornado moved into Etowah County east of Cannonball Rd.
This tornado was produced by a supercell thunderstorm that began in Newton County Mississippi at 13:54 pm CST, and dissipated in Macon County, North Carolina at approximately 21:18 pm CST. This supercell spawned several strong to violent tornadoes along its long path, which included another violent EF4 tornado that crossed portions of Tuscaloosa and western suburbs of the Birmingham.

Tornado in ST. CLAIR, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 17:32:00 to 27-APR-11 18:04:00 (CST-6)
Location: SANIE
Tornado F-scale: EF4
Property damage: 200.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This tornado initially touched down in eastern Jefferson County, north northeast of Trussville and moved northeast through portions of St. Clair, Calhoun, Etowah and Cherokee Counties. The tornado then moved into Georgia, across Polk, Floyd and Bartow (See Storm Data Peachtree City) Counties. The tornado crossed into St. Clair County near Argo where it caused mostly tree damage consistent with an EF1 rating as it tracked north of Margaret. The tornado began to strengthen as it neared US Hwy 411 where it caused minor roof damage to one home. The tornado crossed US Hwy 411 north of Odenville, taking a turn to the northeast, and then moved parallel to Shoal Creek. The tornado strengthened rapidly to an EF4 with winds of 170 mph, and caused extensive damage along Shoal Creek Rd, east of CR 26. At least 6 homes were destroyed, with only small interior rooms remaining. At least one home was swept clean from the foundation. Many mobile homes were also destroyed. In addition, tree damage was extensive in this area, with every tree left mangled. At least 14 fatalities occurred along Shoal Creek Rd. The path width increased to around 1 mile as the tornado approached Neely Henry Lake and the Calhoun County line. The tornado maintained a path along Shoal Creek Rd until it crossed the lake.
This tornado was produced by a supercell thunderstorm that began in Newton County Mississippi at 13:54 pm CST, and dissipated in Macon County, North Carolina at approximately 21:18 pm CST. This supercell spawned several strong to violent tornadoes along its long path, including another violent EF4 tornado that crossed portions of Tuscaloosa and western suburbs of the Birmingham.

Tornado in BLOUNT, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 04:54:00 to 27-APR-11 04:57:00 (CST-6)
Location: NYOTA
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 4.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado developed along a Quasi-Linear Convective System. It initially touched down in far northern Jefferson County, northeast of Warrior, and tracked northeastward into Blount County and across the western bank of Mountain Woods Lake before it lifted northeast of Sagefield Rd. As the tornado moved into Blount County near Sibleyville Rd, it intensified to an EF2 rating with winds of 135 mph. An outbuilding was destroyed and many trees downed near the county line. The tornado continued northeast, before making a slight eastward turn and moving along the western edge of Mountain Woods Lake. Along the lake, twenty to twenty-five homes were damaged with at least 3 homes destroyed. Three injuries occurred while a family was sheltered in their home, which was destroyed. In addition, multiple boat docks and garages were damaged or destroyed. Along the portion of the path in Blount County, hundreds of trees were snapped or uprooted.

Tornado in JEFFERSON, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 04:54:00 to 27-APR-11 05:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: CAHABA HGTS
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 18.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado developed along a Quasi-Linear Convective System. It touched down in south central Jefferson County where it affected the Cahaba Heights and Liberty Park communities of the Birmingham Metro area. The tornado touched down near Gresham Elementary School. It knocked down several trees along Country Ridge Pl. The tornado moved northeast and crossed US Hwy 280, near Dolly Ridge Rd where it knocked down numerous trees and damaging buildings along the highway. The tornado strengthened as it moved into Cahaba Heights where it produced damage consistent with an EF2 rating and winds of 120 mph. The most significant area of damage occurred between US Hwy 280 and Cahaba Heights Rd, near Cahaba Heights Elementary School, where numerous homes sustained significant damage from fallen trees. The tornado weakened to an EF1 rating with winds of 100 mph as it continued northeast, but still knocked down trees which resulted in damage to homes and businesses. The tornado crossed Interstate 459 south of Liberty Park knocking down dozens of trees, and continued northeast causing minor tree damage. The tornado lifted near Grants Mill Rd, 2 miles south of Interstate 459. A person was killed (indirect) during clean-up efforts.

Tornado in BLOUNT, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 05:12:00 to 27-APR-11 05:22:00 (CST-6)
Location: LIBERTY
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 1.50K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado developed along a Quasi-Linear Convective System. It touched down in north central Blount County, northeast of Blountsville, and tracked northeastward into Marshall County (See Storm Data Huntsville). The damage along this track in Blount County was consistent with an EF1 tornado with winds up to 105 mph. The tornado touched down along AL Hwy 79, northeast of CR 26 where it knocked down trees and caused minor roof damage to two chicken houses. The tornado moved northeast and maintained a narrow path width averaging less than 0.10 mile (176 yds). The tornado crossed US Hwy 278 east of Brooksville and moved into Marshall county near CR 21. Along the path, the tornado knocked down hundreds of trees. Several homes sustained damage due to fallen trees. In addition, several outbuildings and barns were destroyed.

Tornado in ST. CLAIR, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 05:16:00 to 27-APR-11 05:19:00 (CST-6)
Location: BRANCHVILLE
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 865.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado developed along a Quasi-Linear Convective System. It touched down in central St Clair County, near Odenville. The tornado touched down in a field southwest of the intersection of AL Hwy 174 and Blair Farms Rd. As it moved northeast, it quickly strengthened to an EF2 rating with winds of 120 mph and caused significant damage to two multi-story brick homes, along AL Hwy 174. One house lost a large portion of its roof deck material. The well built detached garage of the other house was shifted off its foundation, with the intact roof landing and squashing the remaining structure. The tornado continued northeast and tracked parallel to US Hwy 411, before it lifted near the intersection of Pleasant Valley Road and Cedar Ln, where a few trees were blown down.

Tornado in PICKENS, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 14:40:00 to 27-APR-11 15:06:00 (CST-6)
Location: UNION CHAPEL
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 3.80M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

The first segment of this long track tornado initially touched down 5 miles northeast of Pickensville near Basinger Rd, north of AL Hwy 86. This tornado continued through portions of Tuscaloosa, Fayette, Walker, Cullman (See Storm Data for Huntsville), and Blount Counties, before it dissipated in Marshall (See Storm Data for Huntsville) County. While the average path width of this tornado in Pickens County was around 0.4 mile (704 yds), the maximum path width was 0.6 mile (1056 yds).  The tornado crossed AL Hwy 17 and US Hwy 82, across the southern and western extents of the city of Reform. The storm strengthened to an EF1 rating with winds of 110 mph to the northeast of Reform. Along CR 49, several chicken houses were destroyed and grain feed bins were tossed up to 100 yards. As the tornado crossed AL Hwy 159, north of CR 49, several homes sustained roof damage and several outbuildings were destroyed. Numerous trees were snapped or uprooted along the path. The tornado moved northeast entering Tuscaloosa County south of Mid Walters Rd.

Tornado in WALKER, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 15:35:00 to 27-APR-11 16:05:00 (CST-6)
Location: MARIETTA
Tornado F-scale: EF4
Property damage: 115.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

The sixth segment of this long track tornado entered southwest Walker County south of Blue Water Rd and moved northeast, where it eventually exited the northeast portion of the county east of Phillipstown Rd. This tornado began in Pickens County, 5 miles northeast of Pickensville, and tracked through Tuscaloosa, Fayette, Walker, Cullman (See Storm Data for Huntsville), and Blount Counties, before it dissipated in Marshall (See Storm Data for Huntsville) County. While the average path width of this tornado in Walker County was around 0.3 miles (528 yds), the tornado widened as it approached the city of Cordova to a path width maximum of 0.6 mile (1056 yds). Shortly after it entered the county, the tornado knocked down a cell phone tower, caused minor roof damage to a mobile home and single family home, and completely destroyed a mobile home as it approached AL Hwy 69. As the storm continued northeast crossing Earnest Chapel Rd southeast of Oakman, several vehicles were rolled and a home was destroyed. This resulted in 1 fatality and 2 injuries. The tornado continued east northeast where it crossed CR 35 and AL Hwy 269 south of Parrish. The tornado weakened to an EF0 as it approached Corridor X/future Interstate 22, with only minor tree damage noted, before it strengthened significantly as it neared Cordova. A 0.6 mile wide swath of EF3 damage, with winds of 140 mph, was noted in downtown Cordova. Numerous homes and buildings sustained significant damage, if not complete destruction, resulting in 4 fatalities. The tornado continued northeastward across Burton Chapel Loop Road and crossed the Mulberry Fork of the Black Warrior River. As it crossed Mountain View Road, the tornado increased to a violent EF4 rating, with winds of 170 mph, and destroyed 2 mobile homes, as well as a single family home. One of the mobile home undercarriages was missing, having been tossed at least 500 yards. At this site, a small bulldozer was flipped over, a pickup truck was tossed 200 yards, and an International 4700 dump truck was tossed 50 yards and was destroyed upon landing. A 2 ton utility trailer from this location was found a mile away, with a 2.5 ft impact crater where it landed. As the tornado neared Old Hwy 78, it tossed two double wide mobile homes at least 100 yards, resulting in their complete destruction. Two fatalities occurred here. The tornado continued toward Sipsey, where an unanchored double wide mobile home was tossed 100 feet up a 50 foot embankment. Two fatalities occurred in this area. The tornado continued at a minimum of EF2 strength to the northeast where it destroyed several homes and tossed a double wide mobile home 100 ft, south of Campbellville. Along this path, significant tree damage was noted, as well as damage to or the complete destruction of numerous other single family homes and manufactured homes.
This was the second tornado to hit downtown Cordova on this day. At 418AM-436AM CST, a tornado with winds of 120 mph moved through the same area causing significant structural damage.

Tornado in ETOWAH, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 18:22:00 to 27-APR-11 18:24:00 (CST-6)
Location: HOKES BLUFF
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 9.40M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This tornado initially touched down in eastern Jefferson County, north northeast of Trussville. The tornado moved northeast through portions of St. Clair, Calhoun, Etowah and Cherokee Counties, before it moved into Georgia, across Polk, Floyd and Bartow (See Storm Data Peachtree City) Counties. The tornado moved into southeastern Etowah County, east of Cannon Gap Rd, where it caused mainly tree damage consistent with an EF1 rating and winds of 100 mph. This tornado just clipped the corner of the county. The tornado crossed back into Calhoun County, just south of US Hwy 278.
This tornado was produced by a supercell thunderstorm that began in Newton County Mississippi at 13:54 pm CST, and eventually dissipated in Macon County, North Carolina at approximately 21:18 pm CST. This supercell spawned several strong to violent tornadoes along its long path, which included another violent EF4 tornado that crossed portions of Tuscaloosa and western suburbs of the Birmingham.

Tornado in CALHOUN, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 18:24:00 to 27-APR-11 18:25:00 (CST-6)
Location: MAXWELLBORN
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 4.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This tornado initially touched down in eastern Jefferson County, north northeast of Trussville and moved northeast through portions of St. Clair, Calhoun, Etowah and Cherokee Counties. The tornado then moved into Georgia, across Polk, Floyd and Bartow (See Storm Data Peachtree City) Counties. The tornado moved into Calhoun County for the second time, where it quickly tracked across the far northwestern corner of the county, west of Knightens Crossroads. As the tornado crossed US Hwy 278, several homes sustained significant roof damage, consistent with an EF1 rating and winds of 95 mph. Additional homes were damaged along the Calhoun/Cherokee County line. Significant tree damage was noted along this portion of the path. The tornado crossed into Cherokee County north of the intersection of US Hwy 278 and CR 19. One fatality occurred along this portion of the tornado path.
This tornado was produced by a supercell thunderstorm that began in Newton County Mississippi at 13:54 pm CST, and eventually dissipated in Macon County, North Carolina at approximately 21:18 pm CST. This supercell spawned several strong to violent tornadoes along its long path, which included another violent EF4 tornado that crossed portions of Tuscaloosa and western suburbs of the Birmingham.

Tornado in HALE, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 17:50:00 to 27-APR-11 17:57:00 (CST-6)
Location: HOGGLESVILLE
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 350.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado initially touched down in eastern Hale County and tracked northeast into the Talladega National Forest and western Bibb County. The tornado lifted just east of Mertz. The tornado touched down east of CR 85, southwest of Hogglesville and tracked northeast along CR 25. As the tornado moved through Wateroak, a mobile home and a business were damaged. Significant tree damage was also noted along the path. Damage was consistent with an EF1 rating and winds of 110 mph. The tornado moved into Bibb County south of CR 25.

Tornado in TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 15:06:00 to 27-APR-11 15:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: MOORES BRIDGE
Tornado F-scale: EF3
Property damage: 2.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

The second segment of this long track tornado crossed into Tuscaloosa County south of Pleasant Ridge Church Rd. This tornado began in Pickens County, 5 miles northeast of Pickensville, and tracked northeastward into Tuscaloosa County. It continued through portions of Fayette, Walker, Cullman (See Storm Data for Huntsville), and Blount Counties, before it dissipated in Marshall (See Storm Data for Huntsville) County. While the average path width of this tornado in this portion of Tuscaloosa County was around 0.5 mile (880 yds), the maximum path width maximum was 0.8 mile (1408 yds), which occurred along AL Hwy 171. The tornado strengthened as it entered west Tuscaloosa County to an EF3 rating with winds of 140 mph. It produced significant tree damage along AL Hwy 171. Trees were debarked with only bare large limbs left. Other trees at this location were snapped. The tornado moved northeast weakening to an EF0 rating, but continued to produce tree damage across northwest Tuscaloosa County. The tornado moved into southeast Fayette county 0.5 mile east of Fayette Rd.

Tornado in BIBB, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 17:57:00 to 27-APR-11 18:02:00 (CST-6)
Location: MERTZ
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 275.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado initially touched down in eastern Hale County, near the community of Hogglesville and tracked northeast into the Talladega National Forest and western Bibb County. The tornado tracked parallel to CR 25, where it caused significant tree damage in the national forest. Damage was consistent with winds of 110 mph and an EF1 rating. The tornado lifted just east of Mertz.

Tornado in FAYETTE, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 15:15:00 to 27-APR-11 15:18:00 (CST-6)
Location: NEWTONVILLE
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 81.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

The third segment of this long track tornado crossed into southeastern Fayette County southeast of Concord and quickly crossed New Hope Rd before it moved into Tuscaloosa County at CR 12, south of New Lexington. This tornado began in Pickens County, 5 miles northeast of Pickensville, and tracked through Tuscaloosa, Fayette, Walker, Cullman (See Storm Data for Huntsville), and Blount Counties, before it dissipated in Marshall (See Storm Data for Huntsville) County. Both the average and maximum path width of this tornado in this portion of Fayette County was around 0.3 mile (528 yds). The tornado strengthened slightly to an EF1 rating, with winds of 100 mph, as it entered this area of Fayette County. Many trees were snapped or uprooted, along with significant branch damage, occurred along this portion of the path, particularly along and near Old Country Rd.

Tornado in CHEROKEE, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 18:25:00 to 27-APR-11 18:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: GNATVILLE
Tornado F-scale: EF3
Property damage: 19.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This tornado initially touched down in eastern Jefferson County, north northeast of Trussville and moved northeast through portions of St. Clair, Calhoun, Etowah and Cherokee Counties. The tornado then moved into Georgia, across Polk, Floyd and Bartow (See Storm Data Peachtree City) Counties.  The tornado moved into southwestern Cherokee County south of Estes Crossroads, along CR 19. As the tornado continued northeast, it strengthened as it moved south of Gnatville, to an EF2 rating with winds of 120 mph. Extensive tree damage was noted along CR 6 and several mobile homes sustained significant damage off of CR 447. The tornado strengthened further to an EF3 rating with winds of 150 mph as it crossed AL Hwy 9 south of Coloma. A single family home was destroyed on CR 31. The tornado weakened slightly as it crossed Frog Mountain, but continued to knock down trees and damage an outbuilding. The tornado re-strengthened as it crossed CR 45 north of Rock Run. Damage along CR 29 south of Forney was consistent with an EF3 rating and winds of 160 mph. Several well built homes were completely destroyed. The tornado weakened as it moved toward the Alabama/Georgia stateline, but continued to cause significant tree damage consistent with an EF1 rating and winds of 105 mph. The tornado crossed into Polk County Georgia at CR 28, south of Hanson.
This tornado was produced by a supercell thunderstorm that began in Newton County Mississippi at 13:54 pm CST, and eventually dissipated in Macon County, North Carolina at approximately 21:18 pm CST. This supercell spawned several strong to violent tornadoes along its long path, which included another violent EF4 tornado that crossed portions of Tuscaloosa and western suburbs of the Birmingham.

Tornado in BIBB, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 18:32:00 to 27-APR-11 18:35:00 (CST-6)
Location: GARNSEY
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 9.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado initially touched down in northeastern Bibb County and tracked northeast into western Shelby County. The tornado lifted near the community of Pea Ridge. The tornado touched down south of Marvel along CR 65 and moved northeast, where it caused tree damage consistent with an EF1 rating and winds of 105 mph. The tornado moved into Shelby County near CR 54.

Tornado in SHELBY, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 18:35:00 to 27-APR-11 18:38:00 (CST-6)
Location: PEA RIDGE
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 11.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado initially touched down in northeastern Bibb County, near the community of Marvel and tracked northeast into western Shelby County. The tornado tracked north of CR 54 where it caused significant tree damage. Damage was consistent with winds of 105 mph and an EF1 rating. The tornado lifted in a field near Pea Ridge, along CR 10.

Thunderstorm Wind in ST. CLAIR, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 05:03:00 to 27-APR-11 05:13:00 (CST-6)
Location: MOODY
Magnitude: 78.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Storm damage in and around the city of Moody, including the business district along US Hwy 411, was found to be consistent with straight-line winds, with peak wind gusts estimated between 80 and 100 mph. Numerous trees were knocked down. Several units of an apartment complex and several nearby homes sustained roof damage. A metal-sided building had one half of its roof and siding structure lifted and peeled off, leaving just the supporting steel beams standing. Numerous other buildings received varying degrees of damage, both directly from the strong winds and as a result of falling trees.

Tornado in TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 15:18:00 to 27-APR-11 15:29:00 (CST-6)
Location: NEW LEXINGTON
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 2.50M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

The fourth segment of this long track tornado entered Tuscaloosa County for the second time at CR 12, south of New Lexington. This tornado began in Pickens County, 5 miles northeast of Pickensville, and tracked through Tuscaloosa, Fayette, Walker, Cullman (See Storm Data for Huntsville), and Blount Counties, before it dissipated in Marshall (See Storm Data for Huntsville) County. While the average path width of this tornado in this portion of Tuscaloosa County was around 0.5 mile (880 yds), the maximum path width was 0.75 mile (1320 yds). As the tornado crossed into Tuscaloosa County, minor tree damage of EF1 rating was noted. As the tornado crossed US Hwy 43, a mobile home was completely destroyed and the debris from the building was blown away. Northeast of US Hwy 43, a single family brick home suffered major roof loss as the tornado strengthened briefly to an EF2 rating, with winds of 120 mph. As the tornado continued northeastward across north Tuscaloosa County, minor tree damage occurred and at least 3 other homes sustained minor roof damage. The storm moved into southeastern Fayette County at Old Cheatam Rd, northwest of Sandtown.

Tornado in SUMTER, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 18:47:00 to 27-APR-11 18:54:00 (CST-6)
Location: PERSIMMON GROVE
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 268.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado touched down in Smith County, Mississippi and tracked through Jasper and Clarke Counties (See Storm Data Jackson), causing EF4 rated damage. The tornado then crossed into Choctaw County (See Storm Data Mobile) Alabama, causing EF3 rated damage. The tornado tracked across portions of Sumter, Marengo and western Perry Counties, before dissipating. The tornado crossed into far southeastern Sumter County near CR 42, southeast of Whitfield, as an EF2 with winds of 120 mph. The tornado tracked south of Lock 3 Rd, where it caused significant tree damage. The tornado crossed the Tombigbee River and moved into Marengo County.

Tornado in FAYETTE, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 15:29:00 to 27-APR-11 15:35:00 (CST-6)
Location: ALTA
Tornado F-scale: EF3
Property damage: 6.60M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

The fifth segment of this long track tornado entered Fayette County for the second time at CR 83, south of Boley Springs, and moved northeast where it exited Fayette County south of Blue Water Trace Rd . This tornado began in Pickens County, 5 miles northeast of Pickensville, and tracked through Tuscaloosa, Fayette, Walker, Cullman (See Storm Data for Huntsville), and Blount Counties, before it dissipated in Marshall (See Storm Data for Huntsville) County. While the average path width of this tornado in this portion of Fayette County was around 0.5 mile (880 yds), the tornado maximum path width was 0.75 mile (1320 yds) as it entered the county. The tornado strengthened to an EF3 rating, with winds of 140 mph, as it crossed CR 83 in Fayette County, where a mobile home was completely destroyed, with the remaining debris thrown a considerable distance, which resulted in 2 fatalities. The tornado continued northeast, where it crossed Wilcutt Road and CR 46, where several additional mobile homes were completely destroyed and the debris thrown a considerable distance. This resulted in two additional fatalities. Along this path, two homes sustained complete roof loss or partial roof loss, respectively. In addition, several cars were thrown and destroyed, and a building sustained extensive damage to the exterior brick veneer. The tornado caused considerable damage to trees, completely debarked trees with only stubs of largest branches as it continued northeast toward the Walker County line.

Tornado in SUMTER, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 14:57:00 to 27-APR-11 15:05:00 (CST-6)
Location: GEIGER
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 1.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado touched down in Kemper County Mississippi (See Storm Data Jackson), near Scooba, and tracked northeast into Sumter County, Alabama at a point just north of  Henley Rd, northwest of Geiger. The tornado continued as an EF2 rating as it entered Alabama, with winds of 130 mph. It knocked down trees along Mt Tabor Rd and AL Hwy 17. The tornado caused extensive tree damage along CR 34, near Panola, where it knocked down an entire section of pine forest. The average path width in Sumter County is 0.5 mile (880yds). The tornado continued northeast across north Sumter County and moved into southern Pickens County just west of CR 85.

Tornado in MARENGO, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 18:54:00 to 27-APR-11 19:31:00 (CST-6)
Location: MYRTLEWOOD
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 14.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado touched down in Smith County, Mississippi and tracked through Jasper and Clarke Counties (See Storm Data Jackson), causing EF4 rated damage. The tornado then crossed into Choctaw County (See Storm Data Mobile) Alabama, causing EF3 rated damage. The tornado tracked across portions of Sumter, Marengo and western Perry Counties, before it dissipated. The tornado crossed into western Marengo County south of Old Locke 3 Rd and continued to cause significant tree damage as it tracked northeastward. The tornado crossed AL Hwy 28 south of Pin Hook and US Hwy 43 north of Chickasaw State Park. The tornado continued northeast through the Faunsdale area where it significantly damaged or destroyed several outbuildings and homes. At least 3 injuries occurred along Nash Rd. The tornado crossed US Hwy 80 and into Perry County north of CR 26.

Tornado in PERRY, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 19:31:00 to 27-APR-11 19:35:00 (CST-6)
Location: UNIONTOWN
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 645.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado touched down in Smith County, Mississippi and tracked through Jasper and Clarke Counties (See Storm Data Jackson), where it caused EF4 rated damage. The tornado then crossed into Choctaw County (See Storm Data Mobile) Alabama, where it caused EF3 rated damage. The tornado tracked across portions of Sumter, Marengo and western Perry Counties, before it dissipated. The tornado crossed into Perry County north of Uniontown and produced significant tree damage. The tornado crossed AL Hwy 183, where it damaged two outbuildings and destroyed a grain silo. The tornado lifted east of AL Hwy 183, northeast of Uniontown.

Tornado in ELMORE, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 19:12:00 to 27-APR-11 19:36:00 (CST-6)
Location: WALLSBURG
Tornado F-scale: EF3
Property damage: 50.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado touched down in central Elmore County and moved northeast through central Tallapoosa and western Chambers Counties, before it lifted north northwest of Lafayette. The tornado touched down north of Wetumpka, along CR 209 where a few trees were downed and minor home damage were noted. The tornado quickly intensified as it moved northeast through Dexter, where it caused major damage to several homes, outbuildings and farm equipment that was consistent with winds of 130 mph, an EF2. It continued across AL Hwy 9 and damaged several homes. The tornado intensified south of Central to EF3 strength, where it destroyed a mobile home and damaged several single family homes near CR 418. It moved through a mobile home park at the intersection of Middle Road and Auction Barn Road, where it completely destroyed 10 mobile homes and killed 4 people. The tornado continued east to the Mount Hebron Road area. Here, the tornado destroyed several homes, businesses, 2 churches, and an agricultural nursery. The tornado then crossed Lake Martin, just south of the AL Hwy 63 Bridge, doing significant damage to numerous homes around the Windermere area, as its path widened to 0.5 mile. The tornado crossed into Tallapoosa County near Stoney Ridge Rd.

Thunderstorm Wind in ST. CLAIR, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 05:15:00 to 27-APR-11 05:25:00 (CST-6)
Location: PELL CITY
Magnitude: 78.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Storm damage in and around the cities of Pell City and Riverside was found to be consistent with straight-line winds, with peak wind gusts estimated between 80 and 100 mph. There was a diffuse and intermittent, yet discernible, swath of wind damage that extended from just west of the St. Clair County Courthouse, northeastward across Pell City, Industrial Park Drive, Interstate 20, and through Riverside. Additional isolated wind damage was noted to the south and east of this main damage swath.  The most significant damage across the area were several large trees that were uprooted, causing damage to homes and structures. One fatality was caused when a large oak tree was uprooted and fell on a manufactured home. Two metal buildings  received direct damage from the winds; the damage on both of these buildings appears to have been associated with the failure of large doors. Dozens of homes in the area received minor roof damage as well.

Thunderstorm Wind in ST. CLAIR, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 05:04:00 to 27-APR-11 05:14:00 (CST-6)
Location: ACMAR
Magnitude: 78.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Storm damage to the east of Moody was found to be consistent with straight-line winds, with peak wind gusts estimated between 80 and 100 mph. A broad swath of enhanced damage was found in a largely wooded area a couple miles northeast of the Brompton community.  In this area, numerous trees were snapped off and uprooted.  One tree fell onto a mobile home, fatally injuring one of its occupants. Several other buildings received varying degrees of damage, both directly from the wind and as a result of trees being blown on top of them.

Thunderstorm Wind in BLOUNT, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 05:03:00 to 27-APR-11 05:04:00 (CST-6)
Location: NECTOR
Magnitude: 78.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Straight line winds of 90 mph (78 kts) downed dozens of trees along CR 37, northeast of Hayden. Several homes sustained minor roof damage and two barns were completely destroyed with the debris blown 200 yds away. One home sustained significant roofing and siding loss, and complete destruction of the attached garage. Swath of damage was less than 50 yards wide.

Thunderstorm Wind in SUMTER, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 03:42:00 to 27-APR-11 03:42:00 (CST-6)
Location: LIVINGSTON
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Trees were blown down at The University of West Alabama.

Thunderstorm Wind in PICKENS, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 03:28:00 to 27-APR-11 03:28:00 (CST-6)
Location: CARROLLTON
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Trees were blown down along AL Hwy 86.

Thunderstorm Wind in SUMTER, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 03:30:00 to 27-APR-11 03:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: EMELLE
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Trees were knocked down on AL Hwy 17.

Thunderstorm Wind in LAMAR, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 03:05:00 to 27-APR-11 03:05:00 (CST-6)
Location: MILLPORT
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Trees were knocked down on AL Hwy 96 west of Millport.

Tornado in CHAMBERS, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 20:01:00 to 27-APR-11 20:09:00 (CST-6)
Location: JUDSON
Tornado F-scale: EF3
Property damage: 2.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado touched down in central Elmore County, north of Wetumpka, and moved northeast through central Tallapoosa County and crossed into western Chambers County, west of Sikes, south of CR 48. The tornado tracked northeastward with winds of 150 mph, an EF3. One home was destroyed along CR 54. It gradually weakened and lifted northeast of the intersection of CR 51 and CR 66, 7 miles west northwest of Lafayette.

Thunderstorm Wind in GREENE, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 03:43:00 to 27-APR-11 03:43:00 (CST-6)
Location: MANTUA
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Trees were knocked down across the county as a squall line moved through the area.

Thunderstorm Wind in SUMTER, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 03:44:00 to 27-APR-11 03:44:00 (CST-6)
Location: YORK MALLARD ARPT
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Trees were knocked down on AL Hwy 17.

Tornado in BLOUNT, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 16:23:00 to 27-APR-11 16:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: BANGOR
Tornado F-scale: EF3
Property damage: 19.50M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

The fourteenth segment of this long track tornado crossed back over the Mulberry Fork of the Black Warrior River from eastern Cullman County (See Storm Data for Huntsville) into western Blount County southwest of Bangor. This tornado began in Pickens County, 5 miles northeast of Pickensville, and tracked through Tuscaloosa, Fayette, Walker, Cullman (See Storm Data for Huntsville), and Blount Counties, before dissipating in Marshall (See Storm Data for Huntsville) County. As the tornado moved northeast, the path width gradually increased from 0.25 mi (440 yds) to a maximum of 0.70 mi (1232 yds) in Blountsville. The tornado continued its path of significant tree damage as it crossed US Hwy 31 and moved northeast toward Blountsville, strengthening to an EF2 rating, with winds of 130 mph. As the tornado crossed US Hwy 431, multiple well built brick and slab foundation homes were damaged on Maple Drive, one of which had only interior walls left standing. Several other outbuildings were also destroyed. As the storm continued to the northeast of Blountsville, it strengthened further to an EF3 rating, with winds of 145 mph. A home near Osborne Lake, south of Blue Springs, was left with only interior walls standing. The tornado continued northeast and damaged hundreds of trees. Just northeast of US Hwy 278, a single family home was destroyed and a dump truck was thrown at least 30 ft. The tornado continued to cause significant tree damage as it neared the Marshall County line east of Nesmith Rd and south of CR 25, in northern Blount County.

Tornado in PICKENS, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 15:05:00 to 27-APR-11 15:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: VIENNA
Tornado F-scale: EF3
Property damage: 1.60M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado initially touched down in Kemper County Mississippi (See Storm Data Jackson), near Scooba, and tracked northeast through Sumter County, Alabama and into southern Pickens County just west of CR 85. As the tornado strengthened to an EF3 rating with winds of 140, the path width decreased to 0.4 mile (704 yds). As the tornado crossed CR 85, a large cinder block building sustained significant loss of roofing and partial wall collapse. The tornado continued to cause tree damage along its path as it moved northeast and crossed the Tombigbee River at Vienna. The tornado weakened and lifted at AL Hwy 14, just north of the Sipsey River.

Tornado in CHAMBERS, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 20:29:00 to 27-APR-11 20:38:00 (CST-6)
Location: FIVE PTS
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado touched down along CR 267, just north of the end point of the White Plains tornado. The paths did not join at any point as both damage widths were relatively small. Damage at CR 267 included several sheared tree tops and several uprooted trees. The tornado tracked northeast where it crossed CR 270 where additional trees were knocked down and an outbuilding sustained minor roof damage. The tornado traveled northeast and passed just east of Finley, and lifted along CR 278 where minor tree damage was noted. Damage along this path was consistent with an EF1 rating with winds of 90 mph.

Tornado in GREENE, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 15:43:00 to 27-APR-11 15:48:00 (CST-6)
Location: MANTUA
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 2.50M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado touched down in northern Greene County and moved northeast through southern Tuscaloosa and western Jefferson Counties, causing devastating damage consistent with a violent EF4 rating to portions of the city of Tuscaloosa and western suburbs of Birmingham, before it lifted northeast of downtown Birmingham. The tornado initially touched down just south of the intersection of CR 60 and CR 208 in Greene County, and moved northeast, crossing mostly rural areas and causing significant tree damage. One outbuilding was destroyed with the debris being swept away and pieces of farm equipment flipped over. This damage was consistent with an EF2 rating with winds of 125 mph. The tornado crossed into Tuscaloosa County just north of CR 60. This tornado was produced by a supercell thunderstorm that began in Newton County Mississippi at 13:54 pm CST, finally dissipating in Macon County, North Carolina at approximately 21:18 pm CST. This supercell spawned several strong to violent tornadoes along its long path.

Thunderstorm Wind in HALE, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 04:03:00 to 27-APR-11 04:03:00 (CST-6)
Location: MOUNDVILLE
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 8.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Trees and power lines were knocked down in and around Moundville and Akron.

Thunderstorm Wind in GREENE, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 03:50:00 to 27-APR-11 03:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: UNION
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Strong winds caused minor damage to several hotels and stores at Exit 45 along Interstate 20.

Thunderstorm Wind in WALKER, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 04:21:00 to 27-APR-11 04:21:00 (CST-6)
Location: TOWNLEY
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: COOP Observer

Trees were knocked down and blown into the roadway.

Thunderstorm Wind in HALE, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 04:21:00 to 27-APR-11 04:21:00 (CST-6)
Location: GREENSBORO
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 4.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Trees and power lines were blown down.

Thunderstorm Wind in WALKER, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 04:30:00 to 27-APR-11 04:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: JASPER WALKER CO ARP
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Strong winds knocked several trees down and caused minor structural damage.

Tornado in TALLAPOOSA, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 19:36:00 to 27-APR-11 20:01:00 (CST-6)
Location: BARNESVILLE
Tornado F-scale: EF4
Property damage: 115.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado touched down in central Elmore County, north of Wetumpka, and moved northeast through central Tallapoosa and western Chambers Counties, before it lifted west northwest of Lafayette. The tornado crossed into Tallapoosa County near Stoney Ridge Rd, south of CR 34, and intensified to EF4 strength with winds of 170 mph. Damage was widespread and severe with several well built multi-story homes destroyed with no walls remaining on floors above basement level. The tornado continued at this strength but became narrower to nearly 400 yards wide as it crossed AL Hwy 49 south of Dadeville where it destroyed 2 homes and rolled a pick-up truck 120 yards. The tornado continued northeast and weakened to EF3 strength with winds of 155 mph. It crossed U.S. Hwy 280 just east of Dadeville where it produced significant damage to several homes and businesses, and caused one fatality. The tornado crossed into Chambers County west of Lafayette, south of CR 48.

Tornado in SHELBY, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 19:15:00 to 27-APR-11 19:18:00 (CST-6)
Location: VINCENT
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 44.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado initially touched down in far eastern Shelby County and tracked north northeast into western Talladega County. The tornado lifted northeast of Logan Martin Dam. The tornado touched down south of the town of Vincent on County Road 62 where it uprooted dozens of trees. The tornado traveled to the northeast and knocked down additional trees along its path. The damage was consistent with an EF1 rating and winds of 105 mph.
The tornado crossed the Coosa River and moved into Talladega County, east of Bates Rd.

Tornado in TALLADEGA, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 19:18:00 to 27-APR-11 19:24:00 (CST-6)
Location: COOSA PINES
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 1.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado initially touched down in far eastern Shelby County, south of Vincent, and tracked north northeast into western Talladega County.  The tornado crossed the Coosa River, west of Laniers. The tornado moved northeast and caused tree damage on the east side of Logan Martin Dam and through residential neighborhoods along the southeastern edge of Logan Martin Lake. Several homes were damaged due to fallen trees. Damage was consistent with an EF1 rating and winds of 105 mph. The tornado lifted near the lake edge, along Lakeview Circle.

Tornado in PERRY, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 19:50:00 to 27-APR-11 19:53:00 (CST-6)
Location: MARION PERRY CO ARPT
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 1.30M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado touched down 5.5 miles south of Marion, 1 mile west of CR 35 and tracked northeastward. The tornado destroyed an outbuilding and damaged the roof of a single family home along CR 38. The tornado strengthened to EF1 with winds of 90 mph as it crossed CR 45, north of Vilula. Many trees were knocked down near the Faith Chapel Baptist Church. The tornado damaged a couple barns along Kynard Rd and quickly dissipated just east of CR 4.

Tornado in CHILTON, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 20:48:00 to 27-APR-11 20:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: COOPER
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 102.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado briefly touched down near the intersection of US Hwy 31 and CR 24, just northwest of Verbena and uprooted a few oak trees. The tornado moved northeast, and crossed CR 597 where it damaged a metal carport of one single family home and the roof of a mobile home. In addition, many trees were knocked down in a 50 yd wide path. The tornado quickly dissipated along CR 59, south of CR 24. Damage along this path was consistent with an EF0 rating and winds of 80 mph.

Tornado in BLOUNT, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 16:11:00 to 27-APR-11 16:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: BLOUNT SPGS
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 480.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

The eighth segment of this long track tornado entered southwestern Blount County just north of Albright Rd from southern Cullman County (See Storm Data for Huntsville). This tornado began in Pickens County, 5 miles northeast of Pickensville, and tracked through Tuscaloosa, Fayette, Walker, Cullman (See Storm Data for Huntsville), and Blount Counties, before dissipating in Marshall (See Storm Data for Huntsville) County. While the average path width of this tornado in this portion of Blount County was around 0.4 mile (704 yds), the tornado maximum path width was 0.5 mile (880 yds). As the storm moved northeast, it caused significant roof damage to a single family home on Acton Bend Circle consistent with an EF2 rating and winds of 115 mph. Along this portion of the track, the tornado also knocked down hundreds of trees. The tornado crossed Interstate 65 north of Sulphur Springs, before it crossed the Mulberry Fork of the Black Warrior River, briefly moving into Cullman County.

Tornado in BLOUNT, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 16:16:00 to 27-APR-11 16:19:00 (CST-6)
Location: BLOUNT SPGS
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 230.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

The tenth segment of this long track tornado crossed back over the Mulberry Fork of the Black Warrior River into western Blount County north of Ricetown Rd from eastern Cullman County (See Storm Data for Huntsville). This tornado began in Pickens County, 5 miles northeast of Pickensville, and tracked through Tuscaloosa, Fayette, Walker, Cullman (See Storm Data for Huntsville), and Blount Counties, before dissipating in Marshall (See Storm Data for Huntsville) County. The average and maximum path width of this tornado in this portion of Blount County was around 0.3 mile (528 yds). As the tornado crossed the Mulberry Fork of the Black Warrior River several times, it caused significant tree damage along the Blount and Cullman County lines, consistent with an EF1 rating with winds of 100 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in WALKER, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 04:17:00 to 27-APR-11 04:17:00 (CST-6)
Location: CARONA
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 8.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Trees and power lines were knocked down. One home along Wolf Creek Rd sustained minor damage.

Thunderstorm Wind in TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 04:04:00 to 27-APR-11 04:04:00 (CST-6)
Location: RIVER VIEW
Magnitude: 68.00 MG
Property damage: 3.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Several trees were blown down on the University of Alabama campus.

Thunderstorm Wind in JEFFERSON, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 04:40:00 to 27-APR-11 04:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: BESSEMER ARPT
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 3.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Trees and power lines were knocked down near Shades Crest Rd and Bluff Ridge Rd.

Thunderstorm Wind in JEFFERSON, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 04:40:00 to 27-APR-11 04:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: DOLOMITE
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 3.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Trees were blown down onto houses and into roadways.

Thunderstorm Wind in JEFFERSON, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 04:50:00 to 27-APR-11 04:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: WEST END
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Two large broadcast radio towers were blown down near the fairgrounds.

Thunderstorm Wind in SHELBY, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 04:50:00 to 27-APR-11 04:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: NEWALA
Magnitude: 65.00 EG
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Trees were blown down near the intersection of CR 18 and CR 19.

Thunderstorm Wind in SHELBY, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 04:50:00 to 27-APR-11 04:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: MONTEVALLO
Magnitude: 65.00 EG
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Trees were blown down on the University of Montevallo campus.

Thunderstorm Wind in SHELBY, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 04:46:00 to 27-APR-11 04:46:00 (CST-6)
Location: HELENA
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Trees were blown down on Highway 261.

Thunderstorm Wind in SHELBY, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 04:50:00 to 27-APR-11 04:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: ACTON
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A large tree fell on a home on Trail Ridge Drive.

Thunderstorm Wind in BIBB, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 04:49:00 to 27-APR-11 04:49:00 (CST-6)
Location: BRIERFIELD
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Widespread trees and power lines were blown down across the county, including near Brierfield.

Tornado in CHAMBERS, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 20:19:00 to 27-APR-11 20:28:00 (CST-6)
Location: BUFFALO
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado touched down 2 miles southeast of White Plains, along CR 225, where it downed several trees and caused major damage to a single family home. The tornado moved east northeast and crossed CR 178 and 176 where numerous trees were knocked down. The tornado crossed CR 222 and lifted near CR 267 where additional trees were knocked down. Damage along the path was consistent with an EF1 rating with winds up to 110 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in ETOWAH, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 05:45:00 to 27-APR-11 05:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: GLENCOE
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Numerous trees were knocked down across the county, some on homes and businesses. One tree fell onto a mobile home resulting in two minor injuries.

Tornado in PICKENS, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 03:16:00 to 27-APR-11 03:35:00 (CST-6)
Location: DANCY
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 2.90M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado developed along a Quasi-Linear Convective System and touched down in Kemper County Mississippi (See Storm Data Jackson), then tracked northeast through Noxubee County before crossing into Pickens County, southwest of Dancy. The tornado weakened to an EF1 rating as it entered Alabama, with winds of 100 mph. As the tornado moved across AL Hwy 17 near Dancy, a barn with metal siding and roofing and two small silos were destroyed. Significant tree damage was noted along CR 85. The tornado crossed the Tombigbee River and moved parallel to CR 13. The tornado crossed AL Hwy 14 south of Aliceville, damaging a farm irrigation system. The tornado continued northeast, lifting near Hamilton Jr Craft Rd, northwest of Benevola. Dozens of trees were also downed along this path. The average path width of the Alabama portion of the tornado path was 0.5 mile (880 yds).

Tornado in MARION, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 16:10:00 to 27-APR-11 16:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: GUIN
Tornado F-scale: EF3
Property damage: 5.50M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado initially touched down in southwest Marion County, near the community of Pikeville and tracked northeast. The tornado moved across southern portions of Haleyville and into Winston County, south of AL Route 129. The tornado lifted in the William B. Bankhead National Forest, north of Rabbittown. The tornado touched down along US Hwy 43, south of CR 2 where it downed hundreds of trees. The tornado moved northeast and crossed Corridor X/Future Interstate 22 east of CR 37. Here it caused tree damage consistent with an EF1 tornado and winds of 105 mph. The tornado strengthened north of Pea Ridge to an EF3 rating with winds of 150 mph. Along CR 45, west of AL Route 253, at least two mobile homes were completely destroyed and six well built homes sustained major damage or were completely destroyed. As the tornado approached US Hwy 278 near Whitehouse, several outbuildings were destroyed and a well built home was destroyed with the foundation swept clean. Several injuries were noted in this area. The tornado continued northeastward and caused mostly tree damage as it neared the Winston County line.

Tornado in HALE, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 16:43:00 to 27-APR-11 17:20:00 (CST-6)
Location: SAWYERVILLE
Tornado F-scale: EF3
Property damage: 17.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado touched down in southwestern Greene County near Tishabee, and moved northeast through central Hale and Bibb Counties. The tornado then lifted near Marvel in far northeast Bibb County. The tornado crossed the Black Warrior River and into Hale County west of Sawyerville. The tornado crossed AL Route 14, just north of Sawyerville, intensifying to an EF3 rating with winds of 145 mph. As the tornado continued northeast, it crossed CR 18, CR 21, AL Hwy 69 south of Harper Hill, and CR 29 east of Ingram. Extensive structural damage was noted in the these locations, which resulted in at least 40 injuries and 6 fatalities. Numerous mobile homes and single family homes and one church were damaged or destroyed. Thousands of trees were knocked down. The tornado moved into the Talladega National Forest near Ingram, where it caused significant tree damage to the Bibb County line.

Thunderstorm Wind in JEFFERSON, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 04:55:00 to 27-APR-11 04:55:00 (CST-6)
Location: ACIPCO
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Large marquee sign at the Birmingham Jefferson Civic Center was blown down.

Thunderstorm Wind in JEFFERSON, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 04:50:00 to 27-APR-11 04:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: VESTAVIA HILLS
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 8.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

A tree was blown down onto a house.

Thunderstorm Wind in JEFFERSON, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 05:02:00 to 27-APR-11 05:02:00 (CST-6)
Location: CENTER PT
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Trees were blown down across the city.

Thunderstorm Wind in JEFFERSON, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 05:00:00 to 27-APR-11 05:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: (BHM)BIRMINGHAM ARPT
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: COOP Observer

Strong winds caused roof damage to a large hangar at The Birmingham Shuttlesworth International Airport.

Tornado in BLOUNT, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 16:20:00 to 27-APR-11 16:22:00 (CST-6)
Location: BLOUNT SPGS
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 153.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

The twelfth segment of this long track tornado crossed back over the Mulberry Fork of the Black Warrior River into western Blount County from eastern Cullman County (See Storm Data for Huntsville). This tornado began in Pickens County, 5 miles northeast of Pickensville, and tracked through Tuscaloosa, Fayette, Walker, Cullman (See Storm Data for Huntsville), and Blount Counties, before dissipating in Marshall (See Storm Data for Huntsville) County. The average and maximum path width of this tornado in this portion of Blount County was around 0.25 mile (440 yds). As the tornado crossed the Mulberry Fork of the Black Warrior River several times, it caused significant tree damage along the Blount and Cullman County lines, consistent with an EF1 rating with winds of 100 mph.

Tornado in PICKENS, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 03:41:00 to 27-APR-11 03:44:00 (CST-6)
Location: GORDO
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 11.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This tornado developed along a Quasi-Linear Convective System in far eastern Pickens County, 5.5 miles south southeast of Gordo and moved northeastward for 3.46 miles. It crossed into Tuscaloosa County just to the west of Holman, south of AL Hwy 140. This tornado continued for almost 19 miles in Tuscaloosa County before dissipating 2.5 miles east northeast of Samantha. The tornado touched down east of AL Hwy 63, along Grover Plate Rd where it uprooted many hardwood trees. The tornado continued to cause tree damage as it moved northeast and approached the Tuscaloosa County line. The tornado damage in Pickens County was consistent with an EF1 rating and winds of 90 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in SHELBY, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 05:00:00 to 27-APR-11 05:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: CALERA
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

Trees were blown down on CR 16.

Thunderstorm Wind in JEFFERSON, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 05:00:00 to 27-APR-11 05:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: JEFFERSON PARK
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 4.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

A tree was blown down onto a home.

Thunderstorm Wind in BLOUNT, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 05:13:00 to 27-APR-11 05:13:00 (CST-6)
Location: CLARENCE
Magnitude: 78.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Numerous trees were blown down and several homes damaged.

Thunderstorm Wind in CALHOUN, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 05:40:00 to 27-APR-11 05:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: MIDDLETON
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Several trees were blown down on AL Hwy 77.

Thunderstorm Wind in CALHOUN, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 05:44:00 to 27-APR-11 05:44:00 (CST-6)
Location: WELLINGTON
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Property damage: 3.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Phone lines blown down across US Hwy 431, north of AL Hwy 144.

Thunderstorm Wind in CALHOUN, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 05:47:00 to 27-APR-11 05:47:00 (CST-6)
Location: (ANB)ANNISTON CALHOU
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 3.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Several trees were blown down.

Thunderstorm Wind in JEFFERSON, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 05:05:00 to 27-APR-11 05:05:00 (CST-6)
Location: LEEDS
Magnitude: 78.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Numerous trees were blown down across the city. At least one fell onto a house.

Thunderstorm Wind in ST. CLAIR, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 05:30:00 to 27-APR-11 05:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: RAGLAND
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Numerous trees were knocked down causing roof damage to many homes.

Thunderstorm Wind in TALLADEGA, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 05:26:00 to 27-APR-11 05:26:00 (CST-6)
Location: LINCOLN
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Property damage: 4.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Strong winds caused structural damage along Embry Bend Rd.

Thunderstorm Wind in TALLADEGA, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 05:31:00 to 27-APR-11 05:31:00 (CST-6)
Location: TALLADEGA
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Numerous trees were knocked down across the city.

Thunderstorm Wind in ETOWAH, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 05:50:00 to 27-APR-11 05:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: HOKES BLUFF
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Numerous trees were blown down in and around Hokes Bluff. One home had structural damage near Ball Play.

Tornado in PICKENS, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 03:27:00 to 27-APR-11 03:42:00 (CST-6)
Location: CARROLLTON
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 1.80M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado developed along a Quasi-Linear Convective System. It touched down in central Pickens County, northwest of Carrollton, near the intersection of CR 7 and CR 26, where trees were snapped off. The tornado moved northeast and strengthened to an EF2 rating with winds of 120 mph as it approached CR 35 where it downed thousands of trees. The tornado crossed US Hwy 82 and AL Hwy 17 where it caused mostly tree damage across northwestern portions of Reform. East of AL Hwy 17, at least two outbuildings sustained roof damage along CR 3. Near the end of the tornado path, a home sustained minor wall damage and significant roof damage. The tornado lifted along CR 3, south of CR 57.

Tornado in TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 03:44:00 to 27-APR-11 04:02:00 (CST-6)
Location: HOLMAN
Tornado F-scale: EF3
Property damage: 730.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This tornado developed along a Quasi-Linear Convective System in far eastern Pickens County, 5.5 miles south southeast of Gordo and moved northeastward for 3.46 miles where it crossed into Tuscaloosa County just to the west of Holman, south of AL Hwy 140. This tornado continued for almost 19 miles in Tuscaloosa County before dissipating 2.5 miles east northeast of Samantha. As the tornado entered Tuscaloosa County and crossed US Hwy 82, its path widened to near 400 yds and it strengthened to an EF2 where it uprooted numerous trees. Northeast of Holman, the tornado strengthened to an EF3 with winds of 140 mph and caused significant damage to a home. It removed the roof and tossed it at least 200 yds. A 3500 pound trailer was thrown about 100 yds. The tornado continued northeast where it crossed AL Hwy 171 and US Hwy 43. Thousands of trees were snapped or uprooted and many  homes sustained damage due to the fallen trees. In addition, at least 3 outbuildings sustained damage or were destroyed. The tornado tracked south of Samantha and dissipated along North Hagler Rd.

Tornado in JEFFERSON, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 04:32:00 to 27-APR-11 04:35:00 (CST-6)
Location: KIMBREL
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 80.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This tornado developed along a Quasi-Linear Convective System in southeast Tuscaloosa County, near Coaling and moved northeastward for approximately 18 miles. It crossed into Jefferson County between Interstate 20 and Bucksville and  continued for nearly 2 miles into Jefferson County. The tornado weakened as it entered Jefferson County near Tingle Springs Circle to an EF0 and its path width gradually became less until the tornado lifted near the intersection of Old Tuscaloosa Highway and Lowetown Rd. Along its path in Jefferson County, the tornado caused tree damage.

Tornado in GREENE, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 16:30:00 to 27-APR-11 16:43:00 (CST-6)
Location: TISHABEE
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 5.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado touched down in southwestern Greene county and moved northeast through central Hale and Bibb counties, before lifting near Marvel in far northeast Bibb county. The tornado touched down near the Tombigbee River, west of Tishabee on CR 69, and intensified to an EF2 rating with winds of 120 mph.  As the tornado moved northeast, hundreds of trees were downed, a barn damaged, two small churches destroyed, and several mobile homes destroyed. The tornado crossed US Hwy 43 near Thornhill, destroying a large metal outbuilding and causing major roof and wall damage to several brick buildings. At least two minor injuries were noted along the path in Greene county. The tornado crossed the Black Warrior River and into Hale county east of Lake Mark Hanna.

Tornado in BIBB, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 17:20:00 to 27-APR-11 17:55:00 (CST-6)
Location: MERTZ
Tornado F-scale: EF3
Property damage: 14.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado touched down in southwestern Greene County near Tishabee, and moved northeast through central Hale and Bibb Counties, before it lifted near Marvel in far northeast Bibb County. The tornado moved into the Talladega National Forest near Ingram and crossed into Bibb County north of Mertz. The tornado tracked northeastward where it caused significant tree damage in the national forest. The tornado moved through Eoline and caused significant structural damage consistent with an EF3 rating and winds of 145 mph.  Numerous mobile homes and single family homes sustained minor to major damage. A dozen mobile homes and single family homes were destroyed. In addition, the Eoline Fire Dept and another business were destroyed. One fatality occurred in a vehicle near the fire dept. At least 10 other injuries were noted. The tornado continued northeast and crossed AL Hwy 5, south of West Blocton where it weakened slightly to an EF2 with winds of 125 mph. Several mobile homes and single family homes sustained major damage or were destroyed near CR 26. Along the path, thousands of trees were downed. The tornado continued to weaken and lifted just northeast of Marvel.

Tornado in JEFFERSON, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 17:28:00 to 27-APR-11 17:32:00 (CST-6)
Location: CLAY
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 105.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This tornado touched down in eastern Jefferson County and moved northeast through portions of St. Clair, Calhoun, Etowah and Cherokee Counties, before it moved into Georgia, across Polk, Floyd and Bartow (See Storm Data Peachtree City) Counties. This tornado touched down 3.5 miles north northeast of Trussville, east of Deerfoot Parkway and west of Interstate 59. The tornado caused mostly tree damage with winds of 95 mph, an EF1 rating, as it moved east. The tornado crossed Interstate 59 near Argo and moved into St. Clair County.
This tornado was produced by a supercell thunderstorm that began in Newton County Mississippi at 13:54 pm CST, finally dissipating in Macon County, North Carolina at approximately 21:18 pm CST. This supercell spawned several strong to violent tornadoes along its long path, which included another violent EF4 tornado that crossed portions of Tuscaloosa and western suburbs of the Birmingham.

Thunderstorm Wind in CHEROKEE, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 05:55:00 to 27-APR-11 05:55:00 (CST-6)
Location: GNATVILLE
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Strong winds damaged a home on CR 6 near Gnatville, resulting in one injury.

Thunderstorm Wind in CHEROKEE, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 05:58:00 to 27-APR-11 05:58:00 (CST-6)
Location: SLACKLAND
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A tree was blown down onto a house on CR 5.

Thunderstorm Wind in CLAY, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 06:00:00 to 27-APR-11 06:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: ASHLAND
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Numerous trees and power lines were blown down in and around Ashland, including a tree that fell onto a house in the Shireys Mill community.

Thunderstorm Wind in CHEROKEE, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 06:02:00 to 27-APR-11 06:02:00 (CST-6)
Location: RICHARDSON
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Numerous trees were knocked down across the area, including the Tates Chapel community. Several homes were damaged due to fallen trees.

Thunderstorm Wind in CHEROKEE, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 06:06:00 to 27-APR-11 06:06:00 (CST-6)
Location: KEY
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Strong winds resulted in significant structural damage to the New Bethel Church.

Tornado in TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 04:17:00 to 27-APR-11 04:32:00 (CST-6)
Location: COALING
Tornado F-scale: EF3
Property damage: 9.20M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This tornado developed along a Quasi-Linear Convective System in southeast Tuscaloosa County, near Coaling and moved northeastward for approximately 18 miles. It crossed into Jefferson County between Interstate 20 and Bucksville, then continued for nearly 2 miles into Jefferson County. The tornado touched down in the southwestern extent of Coaling, north of CR 14, along Staghorne Dr where it damaged many trees. The tornado quickly strengthened as it moved through Coaling to an EF3 rating with winds of 155 mph, remaining south of US Hwy 11. At least a dozen homes sustained damage. Several homes were completely destroyed. The tornado weakened as it moved east of Coaling and crossed US Hwy 11. The tornado moved across the Mercedes Plant where it caused minor roof damage to one building, knocked down several light poles along Interstate 20 near the plant, and snapped numerous trees. This damage was consistent with an EF1 rating and winds of 100 mph. The tornado continued to cause tree damage as it moved northeast and approached the Jefferson County line.

Tornado in WALKER, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 04:18:00 to 27-APR-11 04:36:00 (CST-6)
Location: DRIFTON
Tornado F-scale: EF3
Property damage: 13.40M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado developed along a Quasi-Linear Convective System and touched down in rural southwestern Walker County, near the Fairview community. The tornado moved north northeast through Cordova before lifting near Lynns Park. The tornado touched down southwest of CR 6 and rapidly intensified to an EF3 rating with winds of 140 mph. Along Horseshoe Bend, a home was completely leveled, where it swept the foundation clean of the structure and debris. The tornado continued north northeast through the Richardson subdivision and across Pleasantville Road. It destroyed at least two single-wide manufactured homes. The tornado crossed US Hwy 269 where it weakened to an EF2 with winds of 120 mph and moved through the Aldridge community, where several homes were damaged, large trees were uprooted, and another single-wide manufactured home was tossed and obliterated. In Cordova, the tornado caused significant roof and parapet damage to brick buildings in the downtown area. The tornado crossed Old US Hwy 78 just east of the Mulberry Fork, where it snapped and uprooted trees and caused minor structural damage. The tornado continued northeast and dissipated south of County Road 22, less than a mile north of Old US Hwy 78. A second tornado, with winds of 140 mph, tracked through Cordova during the afternoon of the same day (between 1535 and 1605 CST) and caused more significant structural damage.

Tornado in SHELBY, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 04:50:00 to 27-APR-11 04:53:00 (CST-6)
Location: QUITO
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 3.70M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado developed along a Quasi-Linear Convective System. It touched down in far northern Shelby County, less than one mile west of the intersection of Valleydale Road and Caldwell Mill Road, and tracked northeastward into southern Jefferson County. The tornado produced damage consistent with an EF1 rating and winds of 100 mph. Numerous trees were knocked down, causing damage to homes, apartment buildings, vehicles and power lines. The tornado crossed into Jefferson County just east of the intersection of Caldwell Mill Rd and Pahokee Trace.

Hail in MARION, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 07:28:00 to 27-APR-11 07:28:00 (CST-6)
Location: HACKLEBURG
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Thunderstorm Wind in WALKER, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 13:06:00 to 27-APR-11 13:06:00 (CST-6)
Location: HOLLY GROVE
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

Several trees were blown down along Coal Valley Rd.

Thunderstorm Wind in WALKER, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 13:06:00 to 27-APR-11 13:06:00 (CST-6)
Location: HOLLY GROVE
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Property damage: 3.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Several trees were uprooted along Pleasant Hill Rd.

Hail in WALKER, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 15:48:00 to 27-APR-11 15:48:00 (CST-6)
Location: CORDOVA
Magnitude: 2.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Hail in MARION, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 14:38:00 to 27-APR-11 14:38:00 (CST-6)
Location: HAMILTON
Magnitude: 4.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

Hail in SHELBY, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 18:00:00 to 27-APR-11 18:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: SCOTROCK
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Hail in ETOWAH, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 18:05:00 to 27-APR-11 18:05:00 (CST-6)
Location: GADSDEN
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Thunderstorm Wind in CHEROKEE, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 06:02:00 to 27-APR-11 06:02:00 (CST-6)
Location: COLOMA
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Trees were blown down onto AL Hwy 9.

Thunderstorm Wind in ETOWAH, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 05:21:00 to 27-APR-11 05:21:00 (CST-6)
Location: WALNUT GROVE
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 6.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A tree was knocked down onto a home.

Thunderstorm Wind in MARION, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 03:20:00 to 27-APR-11 03:20:00 (CST-6)
Location: SHOTTSVILLE
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Trees were knocked down across the county as a squall line moved through the area.

Thunderstorm Wind in MARION, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 03:48:00 to 27-APR-11 03:48:00 (CST-6)
Location: HAMILTON
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Several trees were blown down in and around Hamilton.

Tornado in JEFFERSON, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 04:53:00 to 27-APR-11 04:54:00 (CST-6)
Location: WARRIOR
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 5.30M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado developed along a Quasi-Linear Convective System. It touched down in far northern Jefferson County, northeast of Warrior, and tracked northeastward into Blount County and across the western bank of Mountain Woods Lake before it lifted northeast of Sagefield Rd. The damage along the Jefferson County portion of the track was consistent with an EF1 rating with winds of 95 mph. The tornado touched down east of Old Hayden Rd, and tracked northeast where it downed dozens of trees along Mabel Dr. This resulted in damage to several homes. The tornado moved into Blount County near Sibleyville Rd.

Tornado in JEFFERSON, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 04:53:00 to 27-APR-11 04:54:00 (CST-6)
Location: CAHABA HGTS
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado developed along a Quasi-Linear Convective System, touching down in far northern Shelby County, northeast of Hoover. The tornado tracked northeastward crossing into southern Jefferson County, just east of the intersection of Caldwell Mill Rd and Pahokee Trace. The tornado weakened to an EF0 rating and produced tree damage until it lifted near the intersection of Acton Place and Caldwell Mill Rd.

Tornado in TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 15:48:00 to 27-APR-11 16:35:00 (CST-6)
Location: RALPH
Tornado F-scale: EF4
Property damage: 1.50B
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This tornado initially touched down in rural northern Greene County and moved northeast through southern Tuscaloosa and western Jefferson Counties, causing devastating damage consistent with a violent EF4 rating to portions of the city of Tuscaloosa and western suburbs of Birmingham, before it lifted northeast of downtown Birmingham. The tornado entered Tuscaloosa County just north of CR 60, west northwest of Ralph, and moved northeast causing tree damage and minor structural damage consistent with an EF2 rating and winds of 125 mph. The tornado strengthened as it crossed the Black Warrior River, north of Interstate 20 and approached Tuscaloosa. As the tornado approached Interstate 359, several buildings were destroyed including the Tuscaloosa County Emergency Operations Center. The tornado strengthened further to a violent EF4 with winds of 190 mph. Along 15th St E. and McFarland Blvd E., several small restaurants and stores were destroyed, with only a wall or two still standing. The tornado devastated the Cedar Crest neighborhood just north of 15th St, leveling many cinder block homes and causing at least 3 fatalities. The tornado crossed McFarland Blvd, destroying additional stores and restaurants. The tornado crossed University Blvd in the Alberta City community. Alberta Elementary School suffered nearly complete destruction, with only a few portions of walls still standing. A nearby two story apartment building was reduced to rubble sitting on the foundation. The Alberta Park Shopping Center was completely destroyed with no walls standing and a pile of debris on the foundation. Cinder block construction homes in the surrounding neighborhood were completely destroyed, and in a few cases debris was swept away from the site. The tornado continued northeast and struck the Chastain Manor Apartments at the north end of 34th Ave E. Buildings on the east side of this new 2 story apartment complex were completely destroyed, with only a pile of debris remaining and a few walls set into the hillside. A small club house that was anchored to a foundation, but with apparently no interior walls, was completely destroyed and swept from its foundation. Similar devastation to homes and businesses was noted along both sides of CR 45 near 1st St E. and locations to the northeastward. East of Holt, the tornado path width widened from 0.5 mile to around 1 mile. The tornado crossed Holt Peterson Rd just northwest of Clinker Rd, where two homes were completely destroyed. One home on a foundation was swept clean, with only floor joists remaining attached to the foundation. Almost all trees were blown down or snapped in the vicinity, as well as in the bottom of a narrow ravine nearly 100 feet below the house. The tornado continued to Holt Lock and Dam Road near its intersection with Recreation Area Road. Numerous mobile homes and several cinder block homes were destroyed in this area, which resulted in several fatalities. The tornado struck a marina on Holt Lake at the end of Recreation Area Road where it caused significant damage to a restaurant as well as numerous boats. Several injuries were noted in this area. The tornado continued northeastward and weakened to an EF3 rating with winds of 130 mph. As its path narrowed to 0.5 mile, the tornado passed north of Brookwood, near the intersection of Hannah Creek Rd and CR 59. Several mobile homes were destroyed, cinder block homes received heavy damage, and significant tree damage was noted in this area. The tornado moved parallel to Hannah Creek Rd where it caused extensive tree damage and destroyed at least one mobile home. The tornado crossed CR 99 and moved into western Jefferson County, 4 miles north of Abernant. A person died (indirect) several weeks after the event as a result of contracting pneumonia from exposure to the elements after his home was destroyed. An additional 6 people died (indirect) in the months following the tornado from the stress of the event, not direct injury.
This tornado was produced by a supercell thunderstorm that began in Newton County Mississippi at 13:54 pm CST, finally dissipating in Macon County, North Carolina at approximately 21:18 pm CST. This supercell spawned several strong to violent tornadoes along its long path.

Tornado in FAYETTE, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 04:03:00 to 27-APR-11 04:11:00 (CST-6)
Location: BERRY
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 1.40M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado developed along a Quasi-Linear Convective System. It touched down in southeast Fayette County, east of AL Hwy 13, along AL Hwy 18, southwest of Berry. This tornado maintained a small path width, averaging around 0.10 mile (176 yds). The tornado track paralleled AL Hwy 13 where it damaged several barns and knocked down many trees. The tornado moved through downtown Berry, where numerous businesses and homes sustained roof and wall damage. The damage was consistent with an EF1 rating and winds of 100 mph. As the tornado moved northeast of town, it weakened and dissipated near AL Hwy 18 and Simmons Rd.

Tornado in MARION, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 14:05:00 to 27-APR-11 14:28:00 (CST-6)
Location: BARNESVILLE
Tornado F-scale: EF5
Property damage: 160.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado initially touched down west of Hamilton in southwest Marion County and moved northeast where it caused devastating damage to the city of Hackleburg. The tornado continued into Franklin County and tracked through Lawrence, Morgan, Limestone, and Madison Counties in Alabama. The tornado continued into Lincoln County Tennessee and finally dissipated in Franklin County Tennessee (See Storm Data Huntsville). The average path width of the tornado while in Marion County was 0.5 mile (880 yds).  The tornado touched down west of AL Hwy 19 near Sipsey Creek and moved northeast and crossed Corridor X/Future Interstate 22. Here it caused significant tree damage. The tornado strengthened north of Hamilton and caused roof damage to at least one home. The storm strengthened further as it approached US Hwy 43, southwest of Hackleburg, to a violent EF4 rating with winds estimated at 170 mph. The tornado tracked parallel to US Hwy 43 toward Hackleburg and strengthened more to an EF5 with winds up to 210 mph, as its path widened to 0.75 mile (1320 yds). Several subdivisions and businesses, Hackleburg High School, Middle School, and Elementary School, and the Wrangler Plant were destroyed. Vehicles were tossed up to 200 yards. One well built home with 4 brick sides was completely leveled and the debris from the home was tossed over 40 yards to the north. The tornado moved northeast of Hackleburg and  continued to parallel US Hwy 43. It crossed into Franklin County just east of the highway. Along the damage path in Marion County, thousands of trees were downed, several hundred structures were damaged, and at least 100 of these structures were completely destroyed as many homes were leveled. Eighteen fatalities are attributed to this tornado in Marion County, as well as numerous injuries.

Tornado in FAYETTE, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 17:06:00 to 27-APR-11 17:14:00 (CST-6)
Location: HUBERTVILLE
Tornado F-scale: EF3
Property damage: 3.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado touched down 4 miles west of Hubbertville, just west of US Hwy 43. The tornado tracked to the northeast where it knocked down hundreds of trees and destroyed at least two single family homes along CR 49, north of Hubbertville. As the tornado continued northeastward, several barns and outbuildings were damaged or destroyed. Damage associated with this tornado was consistent with winds of 145 mph and an EF3 rating. The tornado lifted near County Road 24, approximately 2 miles south of Bazemore.

Tornado in JEFFERSON, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 16:35:00 to 27-APR-11 17:14:00 (CST-6)
Location: WELLER
Tornado F-scale: EF4
Property damage: 700.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This tornado initially touched down in rural northern Greene County and moved northeast through southern Tuscaloosa and western Jefferson Counties. The tornado caused devastating damage consistent with a violent EF4 rating to portions of the city of Tuscaloosa and western suburbs of Birmingham and then lifted northeast of downtown Birmingham. The tornado entered western Jefferson County 5.5 miles west of North Johns. The tornado continued to cause significant tree damage as it crossed Sealy Ann Mountain Rd and CR 23. As the tornado crossed Valley Creek and the far northern portion of Virginia, several homes sustained minor damage. The tornado strengthened to a violent EF4 rating with winds of 190 mph as it approached Concord. Several retail stores were destroyed along CR 46 and only piles of debris were left on their foundations. Several cinder block homes were completely destroyed with debris swept away. In addition, numerous other homes in the area were destroyed with only a few interior walls left standing. At least five fatalities occurred in Concord. The violent tornado continued northeastward toward Pleasant Grove, where extensive damage occurred across western and northern parts of town. Numerous homes were destroyed and foundations swept clean of debris. Several vehicles were picked up and tossed 15 yds. At least 11 fatalities occurred in Pleasant Grove. The tornado quickly moved into McDonald Chapel, near the intersection of CR 80 and Vicksburg St, killing one person. The tornado weakened to an EF2 with winds of 125 mph, but still damaged many homes and destroyed several others. The tornado moved through the Smithfield Estates area where it caused significant damage along Cherry Ave between Daniel Payne Dr and US Hwy 78 and resulted in one fatality. Numerous homes and a 2-story apartment complex sustained significant damage, consistent with an EF2 rating. As the tornado moved northeast, it crossed Interstate 65 near mile marker 266 and into the city of Fultondale. The path width increased to around 1.5 miles. Hundreds of trees were downed along the interstate and several light poles were folded over. Several buildings along US Hwy 31 sustained significant roof and structural damage. The tornado continued northeast where it crossed CR 124, and lifted just west of AL Hwy 79, 4 miles north of Tarrant.
This tornado was produced by a supercell thunderstorm that began in Newton county Mississippi at 13:54 pm CST, finally dissipating in Macon county, North Carolina at approximately 21:18 pm CST. This supercell spawned several strong to violent tornadoes along its long path, including another violent EF4 tornado that crossed portions of east Central Alabama.

Tornado in WINSTON, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 16:30:00 to 27-APR-11 16:47:00 (CST-6)
Location: HALEYVILLE
Tornado F-scale: EF3
Property damage: 11.50M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado initially touched down in southwest Marion County, near the community of Pikeville and tracked northeast where it moved across southern portions of Haleyville and into Winston County, south of AL Route 129. The tornado lifted in the William B. Bankhead National Forest, north of Rabbittown. The tornado moved into western Winston County and caused extensive damage to businesses near the intersection of CR 75 and Dolphin Rd. As the tornado crossed southern portions of Haleyville, many homes were significantly damaged and several were destroyed. This damage was consistent with an EF3 rating and winds of 150 mph. The tornado continued to produce tree damage as it entered the Bankhead National Forest area in northern Winston County, lifting along CR 3434.

Tornado in MARION, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 15:00:00 to 27-APR-11 15:20:00 (CST-6)
Location: BEXAR
Tornado F-scale: EF3
Property damage: 11.20M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A long track violent tornado touched down in Monroe County (See Storm Data Memphis) Mississippi, southwest of Smithville where it caused damage associated with an EF5 rating. The tornado moved northeast through Itawamba County before it crossed into Marion County, Alabama at a point near CR 93, southwest of Bexar. The tornado weakened to an EF1 rating as it entered Alabama, with winds of 110 mph . As the tornado tracked south of Bexar, a few mobile homes and outbuildings were damaged and numerous trees were snapped off and uprooted. The tornado moved across Corridor X/Future Interstate 22, near CR 33. As the tornado approached AL Hwy 19, 4 miles east southeast of Shottsville, it strengthened to an EF3 rating with winds of 160 mph, and destroyed several homes. This resulted in 6 fatalities. The tornado continued northeastward where it destroyed several single family homes and mobile homes along CR 20 and AL Hwy 187, 9 miles north of Hamilton. As the tornado approached the Marion/Franklin County line, several more houses were damaged and at least one chicken house destroyed near AL Hwy 187.  Along the Alabama portion of the tornado path, hundreds of trees were downed, and at least 25 homes, mobile homes, and outbuildings were damaged or destroyed. The average path width of the Alabama portion of the tornado path was 0.5 mile (880 yds). The tornado continued into Franklin County Alabama (See Storm Data Huntsville), dissipating near Old Line Rd.

Thunderstorm Wind in TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 04:02:00 to 27-APR-11 04:02:00 (CST-6)
Location: (TCL)TUSCALOOSA ARPT
Magnitude: 62.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Official NWS Observations

Thunderstorm Wind in TALLADEGA, ALABAMA
From 27-APR-11 05:12:00 to 27-APR-11 05:12:00 (CST-6)
Location: FAYETTEVILLE
Magnitude: 65.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Trees and power lines were blown down along Cedar Creek Rd.