A line of severe thunderstorms developed in eastern Iowa during the afternoon hours of June 30th. Plenty of instability and moisture was available for the line to mature into a severe bow-echo with the bulk of this racing northwest of the area into Wisconsin and Central Lower Michigan. The southern flank of this line did briefly take on bowing characteristics and produce gusty winds over southern Lake Michigan into portions of northwestern Indiana and far southwestern Lower Michigan before dissipating. Behind this line, a much stronger line of thunderstorms rapidly developed on a pre-frontal trough in northern Illinois. This line entered a more favorable environment with deep layer shear to 50 knots and a rapidly increasing low level jet to 50 knots. As this line raced into northwestern Indiana during the late evening hours, several stronger circulations were noted along the leading edge. There were multiple tornado confirmations and swaths of extensive wind damage. The second event continued into July 1st with additional wind damage and confirmed tornadoes occurring during the early morning hours.

Thunderstorm Wind in LA PORTE, INDIANA
From 30-JUN-14 22:22:00 to 30-JUN-14 22:23:00 (CST-6)
Location: SOUTH LA PORTE
Magnitude: 74.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A survey of damage was performed north of Kingsbury along and either side of US-35. A detached garage was destroyed at a residence. A swath of corn, at least a quarter mile wide, was completely flattened adjacent to this building. Winds were estimated in the 80 to 85 mph range.

Thunderstorm Wind in PULASKI, INDIANA
From 30-JUN-14 22:30:00 to 30-JUN-14 22:31:00 (CST-6)
Location: WINAMAC
Magnitude: 65.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: State Official

Law enforcement officials reported numerous trees down across northern parts of the county, especially north of Winamac.

Thunderstorm Wind in LA PORTE, INDIANA
From 30-JUN-14 22:22:00 to 30-JUN-14 22:27:00 (CST-6)
Location: UNION MILLS ARPT
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A NWS survey of damage in the Kingsford Heights area revealed a microburst began just to the west of the town and expanded east. An area of trees was found either snapped or uprooted in an easterly direction through Kingsford Heights. This swath of wind expanded in width and eventually spawned a EF-1 tornado east of town. The straight line winds were estimated at around 80 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in ST. JOSEPH, INDIANA
From 30-JUN-14 23:43:00 to 30-JUN-14 23:44:00 (EST-5)
Location: SOUTH BEND
Magnitude: 65.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Amateur radio operators reported several trees blown down along Greenlawn Road near the zoo.

Thunderstorm Wind in LA PORTE, INDIANA
From 30-JUN-14 22:18:00 to 30-JUN-14 22:19:00 (CST-6)
Location: SPRINGVILLE
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter estimated winds to 70 mph.

Tornado in LA PORTE, INDIANA
From 30-JUN-14 22:24:00 to 30-JUN-14 22:28:00 (CST-6)
Location: TRACY
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A NWS survey of damage east of Kingsford Heights revealed damage consistent with a tornado, embedded within a larger swath of straight line winds. The tornado tracked rapidly east through mainly wooded areas causing widespread snapped or uprooted trees along its path. Trees fell onto several homes, especially along South County Road 300 East. Maximum winds were estimated at around 95 mph.

Tornado in LA PORTE, INDIANA
From 30-JUN-14 22:11:00 to 30-JUN-14 22:12:00 (CST-6)
Location: PINHOOK
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A NWS storm survey of damage confirmed a brief tornado reaching EF1 intensity near Pinhook. Severe tree damage occurred at a cluster of residences on the southwest side of the intersection of US-2 and South Wozniak Road. Several large trees, some over 50 feet tall, were uprooted or twisted. A 2 story 25 foot by 60 foot barn was destroyed with the debris thrown to the northeast. The tornado continued quickly south causing additional tree damage before rapidly dissipating. Maximum winds are estimated at 105 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in ST. JOSEPH, INDIANA
From 30-JUN-14 23:43:00 to 30-JUN-14 23:44:00 (EST-5)
Location: (SBN)MICHIANA ARPT S
Magnitude: 59.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: ASOS

The Automated Weather station at South Bend Regional Airport measured a 68 mph wind gust.

Thunderstorm Wind in MARSHALL, INDIANA
From 30-JUN-14 23:52:00 to 30-JUN-14 23:53:00 (EST-5)
Location: BREMEN
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public reported several trees down as well as at least one power pole in the Bremen area.

Tornado in STARKE, INDIANA
From 30-JUN-14 22:25:00 to 30-JUN-14 22:28:00 (CST-6)
Location: HAMLET
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A NWS storm survey confirmed damage consistent with a EF1 tornado touching down near the intersection of North County Road 300 East and East County Road 800 North. Extensive tree damage occurred along the track with several trees falling onto homes. A barn was destroyed near County Road 700 East and Robbins Road. Multiple center pivot irrigation systems were flipped. Maximum winds were estimated around 100 mph.

Tornado in STARKE, INDIANA
From 30-JUN-14 22:29:00 to 30-JUN-14 22:32:00 (CST-6)
Location: KOONTZ LAKE
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A NWS survey of damage confirmed a strong EF1 tornado traveled across mainly wooded areas of far northeastern Starke county. Touchdown occurred along County Road 800 east of County Road 850 East where several trees suffered limb damage. The tornado continued towards the northeast and slowly gained strength and reached peak intensity as it approached and crossed into Marshall county north of Koontz Lake. A quarter mile swath of healthy 18 to 24 inch diameter trees were snapped and uprooted (DI: TH DOD: 4). Maximum winds were estimated at around 110 mph. The total distance the tornado was on the ground across Starke and Marshall counties was 4.9 miles.

Thunderstorm Wind in LA PORTE, INDIANA
From 30-JUN-14 19:30:00 to 30-JUN-14 19:31:00 (CST-6)
Location: MICHIGAN CITY
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public reported a two foot diameter tree being snapped at the base.

Tornado in MARSHALL, INDIANA
From 30-JUN-14 23:35:00 to 30-JUN-14 23:42:00 (EST-5)
Location: DONALDSON
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A NWS storm survey found damage consistent with an EF-1 tornado. The tornado touched down just south of Donaldson where it caused extensive damage to hardwood trees. The tornado moved east and heavily damaged two residences on a farm on Sycamore Road, just south of the railroad tracks. The tornado continued to produce extensive tree damage as it tracked east-northeast into Plymouth to south of the Lear Corporation. Several trees were either topped or snapped with an empty semi-trailer being flipped. The tornado continued northeast with widespread mixed hardwood and softwood trees being snapped and minor structural damage to the Behavior Science Building on North Oak road. The tornado caused partial uplift of the northwest side of the roof and collapsed the interior cinder block wall on the east side of the Department of Transportation garage, just south of US-30 before lifting. Maximum winds were estimated at 105 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in ST. JOSEPH, INDIANA
From 30-JUN-14 23:45:00 to 30-JUN-14 23:46:00 (EST-5)
Location: SOUTH BEND
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported tree limbs down at a residence. One landed on a vehicle. No damage estimates were available.

Thunderstorm Wind in MARSHALL, INDIANA
From 30-JUN-14 23:47:00 to 30-JUN-14 23:48:00 (EST-5)
Location: LAPAZ
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management officials reported multiple trees, tree limbs, power lines and poles down across the county.

Tornado in MARSHALL, INDIANA
From 30-JUN-14 23:41:00 to 30-JUN-14 23:42:00 (EST-5)
Location: PLYMOUTH MUNI ARPT
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A NWS storm survey confirmed a brief EF-1 tornado touched down near the intersection of Lilac Road and Plymouth Goshen Trail, just northeast of Plymouth. Widespread hardwood tree damage was noted with several uprooted and snapped trees. A small shed was also flattened at a residence. As the circulation moved northeast it shifted a barn off its foundation and caused widespread tree damage in a grove of trees before lifting on the other side of the tree grove. Winds were estimated at 95 mph. While this tornado was in close proximity to the longer tracked Plymouth tornado that occurred west of US-30, it was determined by radar evidence and ground truth to be a separate circulation.

Thunderstorm Wind in LA PORTE, INDIANA
From 30-JUN-14 19:44:00 to 30-JUN-14 19:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: MILL CREEK
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public reported downed tree limbs and power lines.

Thunderstorm Wind in ST. JOSEPH, INDIANA
From 30-JUN-14 20:55:00 to 30-JUN-14 20:56:00 (EST-5)
Location: SOUTH BEND
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: State Official

Law enforcement officials reported trees and power lines down on the west side of South Bend, especially in the Edison Road area.

Thunderstorm Wind in LA PORTE, INDIANA
From 30-JUN-14 19:26:00 to 30-JUN-14 19:27:00 (CST-6)
Location: SPRINGVILLE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter estimated wind gusts to 60 mph.

Hail in ST. JOSEPH, INDIANA
From 30-JUN-14 20:50:00 to 30-JUN-14 20:51:00 (EST-5)
Location: NEW CARLISLE
Magnitude: 1.25 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public reported hail from the size of quarters to nearly half dollars.

Thunderstorm Wind in MARSHALL, INDIANA
From 30-JUN-14 23:54:00 to 30-JUN-14 23:55:00 (EST-5)
Location: TIPPECANOE
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Emergency management officials reported trees down.

Thunderstorm Wind in ST. JOSEPH, INDIANA
From 30-JUN-14 23:45:00 to 30-JUN-14 23:47:00 (EST-5)
Location: SOUTH BEND
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A swath of damage was surveyed along Jefferson Boulevard from the St. Joseph River east to just south of Bethel College. Many trees were uprooted along this path, consistent with straight line winds estimated to 80 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in LA PORTE, INDIANA
From 30-JUN-14 22:37:00 to 30-JUN-14 22:38:00 (CST-6)
Location: BELFAST
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public reported several trees and tree limbs down around Pine Lake.

Tornado in MARSHALL, INDIANA
From 30-JUN-14 23:32:00 to 30-JUN-14 23:33:00 (EST-5)
Location: TYNER
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A NWS storm survey confirmed a strong EF1 tornado exited Starke county, north of Koontz Lake along County Line Road and Starke County Road 900 North where extensive tree damage occurred. As the tornado moved northeast it weakened, producing more sporadic areas of tree damage before dissipating in a grove of trees just east of Union Road. The tornado traveled a total of 4.9 miles across Starke and Marshall counties. Maximum winds were estimated at around 110 mph near the county line.