Widespread severe thunderstorms affected portions of eastern Kentucky on July 27th in advance of a strong cold front ushering in a fall-like air mass. Isolated storms moved across the area during the late morning hours as they moved out of Indiana and Ohio. The more significant severe weather episode occurred during the afternoon and evening hours south of the Mountain Parkway. The second round of storms began to form as warm moist air off the Gulf of Mexico moved northward and interacted with a frontal boundary that extended from south central Indiana into central Kentucky. Numerous reports of large hail between quarter and softball size were received by the weather office. The storms also blew down large numbers of trees across the area. The hardest areas were Clay, Leslie, McCreary, and Whitley counties, where numerous reports of downed trees, giant hail and even one tornado were received. The tornado occurred in Leslie county along with giant softball size hail.

Hail in MCCREARY, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 14:35:00 to 27-JUL-14 14:35:00 (EST-5)
Location: STRUNK
Magnitude: 3.00 
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Tea cup size hail was observed in the community of Marsh Creek.

Thunderstorm Wind in POWELL, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 11:25:00 to 27-JUL-14 11:25:00 (EST-5)
Location: VAUGHNS MILL
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

A tree was blown down near Route 1057.

Flash Flood in WHITLEY, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 21:35:00 to 28-JUL-14 22:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: WOFFORD
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Flash flooding was observed at several locations on Hwy 26 between Williamsburg and Rockholds.

Thunderstorm Wind in ESTILL, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 11:30:00 to 27-JUL-14 11:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: KIMBRELL
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

A tree was blown down along Hwy 82 between mile markers 3 and 4.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEE, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 12:00:00 to 27-JUL-14 12:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: YELLOW ROCK
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

A tree was blown down and across Black Ridge Road.

Flash Flood in WHITLEY, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 21:35:00 to 27-JUL-14 22:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: WILLIAMSBURG
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Flash flooding was reported on Elm Street and South Second  Street. The flood waters were observed covering the tires on a vehicle.

Flood in WHITLEY, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 21:00:00 to 28-JUL-14 00:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: WILLIAMSBURG
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Ankle deep water was observed on South Tenth Street near the Cumberland College football stadium.

Funnel Cloud in ESTILL, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 11:35:00 to 27-JUL-14 11:35:00 (EST-5)
Location: FOX
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A funnel cloud was observed in Fox.

Flash Flood in JACKSON, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 13:30:00 to 27-JUL-14 14:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: OLIN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Up to six inches of water was observed flowing over Dunn Rd for about 30 minutes.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEE, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 12:00:00 to 27-JUL-14 12:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: MT OLIVE
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

A tree was blown down and across Hopewell Road.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEE, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 12:05:00 to 27-JUL-14 12:05:00 (EST-5)
Location: CONGLETON
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

A tree was blown down and across Old Railroad Bed Road.

Funnel Cloud in MCCREARY, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 14:32:00 to 27-JUL-14 14:32:00 (EST-5)
Location: REVELO
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A funnel cloud was observed 3 miles south of Whitley City.

Funnel Cloud in MCCREARY, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 16:05:00 to 27-JUL-14 16:05:00 (EST-5)
Location: MARSHES SIDING
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A rotating funnel cloud was observed just north of Whitley City in the Marshes Siding area.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEE, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 12:05:00 to 27-JUL-14 12:05:00 (EST-5)
Location: MONICA
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

A tree was blown down and across Blankey Branch Road.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEE, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 12:00:00 to 27-JUL-14 12:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: PROCTOR
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

A tree was blown down along Hwy 11S in the Proctor area.

Hail in JACKSON, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 09:31:00 to 27-JUL-14 09:31:00 (EST-5)
Location: HISEL
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Quarter size hail was reported near Hisel.

Hail in BATH, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 12:35:00 to 27-JUL-14 12:35:00 (EST-5)
Location: KENDALL SPGS
Magnitude: 1.25 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Quarter to half dollar size hail was reported near Owingsville.

Thunderstorm Wind in ESTILL, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 11:25:00 to 27-JUL-14 11:25:00 (EST-5)
Location: SOUTH IRVINE
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

A tree was blown down along KY-89S between mile markers 7 and 8.

Thunderstorm Wind in ESTILL, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 11:30:00 to 27-JUL-14 11:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: RAVENNA
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

A tree was blown down on KY-851 between mile markers 10 and 11.

Hail in ROCKCASTLE, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 12:38:00 to 27-JUL-14 12:38:00 (EST-5)
Location: BRODHEAD
Magnitude: 1.50 
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Ping pong ball size hail was observed in Hiatt.

Hail in ROCKCASTLE, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 13:10:00 to 27-JUL-14 13:10:00 (EST-5)
Location: ORLANDO
Magnitude: 1.25 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Half dollar size hail was observed on Maple Grove Road.

Thunderstorm Wind in CLAY, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 14:54:00 to 27-JUL-14 14:54:00 (EST-5)
Location: BIG CREEK
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Trees were blown down in Peabody.

Thunderstorm Wind in MONTGOMERY, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 12:40:00 to 27-JUL-14 12:40:00 (EST-5)
Location: MT STERLING
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Reported by: State Official

A tree was blown down near Tenny Ave.

Thunderstorm Wind in LESLIE, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 14:40:00 to 27-JUL-14 14:40:00 (EST-5)
Location: THOUSANDSTICKS
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Reported by: State Official

A tree was blown down and power lines were brought down and onto a residence.

Tornado in LESLIE, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 15:24:00 to 27-JUL-14 15:26:00 (EST-5)
Location: HELTON
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado touched down briefly in southern Leslie County visible from Highway 2009 around 424 PM on Sunday afternoon.  A consistent path up to a half mile wide of uprooted and snapped hardwood and softwood trees was observed descending down the Upper Double branch creek, crossing Highway 2009 and then ascending back up the adjacent hillside in a west-northwest to east-southeast direction. Uprooted trees damaged a cemetery but no habitable structures were damaged. Based on visible damage, maximum winds likely reached 110 mph in the tornado. The tornado touched down in a remote area and the only access was via Highway 2009, thus tornado specifics are limited to what could be observed from the road and information obtained from a local land owner.

Thunderstorm Wind in HARLAN, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 15:20:00 to 27-JUL-14 15:20:00 (EST-5)
Location: GATUN
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: COOP Observer

Thunderstorms winds ripped vinyl siding off of a home.

Thunderstorm Wind in WHITLEY, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 21:20:00 to 27-JUL-14 21:20:00 (EST-5)
Location: SAXTON
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

Several trees were blown down in the south end of the county including on Hwy's 2996, 628, 1804, and 25W.

Thunderstorm Wind in BREATHITT, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 12:35:00 to 27-JUL-14 12:35:00 (EST-5)
Location: WOLF COAL
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

A tree was blown down and across Hwy 1110.

Hail in PULASKI, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 15:30:00 to 27-JUL-14 15:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: BRONSTON
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: Public

Quarter size hail was observed in Bronston.

Thunderstorm Wind in WHITLEY, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 16:35:00 to 27-JUL-14 16:35:00 (EST-5)
Location: BURK HOLLOW
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

A tree was blown down along I-25W in the vicinity of Jellico.

Hail in PULASKI, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 15:45:00 to 27-JUL-14 15:45:00 (EST-5)
Location: ALPINE
Magnitude: 1.25 
Reported by: Public

Half dollar size hail was observed in Alpine.

Thunderstorm Wind in PERRY, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 12:45:00 to 27-JUL-14 12:45:00 (EST-5)
Location: DICE
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A tree was blown down along KY-267.

Thunderstorm Wind in POWELL, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 11:40:00 to 27-JUL-14 11:40:00 (EST-5)
Location: XENA
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Reported by: State Official

A tree was blown down at Little Hardwicks Creek and Furnace Jct.

Hail in MCCREARY, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 14:35:00 to 27-JUL-14 14:35:00 (EST-5)
Location: WHITLEY CITY
Magnitude: 2.00 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Hen egg size hail was observed near Whitley City.

Thunderstorm Wind in BREATHITT, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 12:25:00 to 27-JUL-14 12:25:00 (EST-5)
Location: WOLF COAL
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

A tree was blown down and onto a barn.

Thunderstorm Wind in BREATHITT, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 12:20:00 to 27-JUL-14 12:20:00 (EST-5)
Location: CHENOWEE
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

A tree was blown down and across the road at Shoulderblade on Hwy 30W.

Thunderstorm Wind in BREATHITT, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 12:20:00 to 27-JUL-14 12:20:00 (EST-5)
Location: WOLVERINE
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

A tree and power lines were blown down on Wolvervine Rd. next to Chestnut Gap Rd.

Hail in MCCREARY, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 14:35:00 to 27-JUL-14 14:35:00 (EST-5)
Location: STRUNK
Magnitude: 2.75 
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Baseball size hail was observed in the community of Murphy Ridge.

Hail in MCCREARY, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 16:00:00 to 27-JUL-14 16:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: WHITLEY CITY
Magnitude: 1.50 
Reported by: Public

Ping pong ball size hail was observed in Whitley City.

Thunderstorm Wind in LETCHER, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 13:25:00 to 27-JUL-14 13:25:00 (EST-5)
Location: WHITESBURG ARPT
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

Trees were blown down on Hwy's 7 and 931.

Hail in CLAY, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 13:20:00 to 27-JUL-14 13:20:00 (EST-5)
Location: BURNING SPGS
Magnitude: 2.75 
Reported by: Public

Baseball size hail was observed in Burning Springs.

Hail in WAYNE, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 13:54:00 to 27-JUL-14 13:54:00 (EST-5)
Location: PARNELL
Magnitude: 1.75 
Reported by: State Official

Golf ball size hail was observed in the community of Eadsville.

Thunderstorm Wind in LESLIE, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 15:18:00 to 27-JUL-14 15:18:00 (EST-5)
Location: MOZELLE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Trees were blown down.

Thunderstorm Wind in WHITLEY, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 21:00:00 to 27-JUL-14 21:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: GOLDBUG
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Several trees were blown down near Goldbug and Canada Town.

Hail in MCCREARY, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 14:40:00 to 27-JUL-14 14:40:00 (EST-5)
Location: STRUNK
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Quarter size hail was observed near Strunk.

Hail in MCCREARY, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 14:41:00 to 27-JUL-14 14:41:00 (EST-5)
Location: STRUNK
Magnitude: 1.75 
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Golf ball size hail was observed near Strunk.

Hail in PULASKI, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 15:50:00 to 27-JUL-14 15:50:00 (EST-5)
Location: ALPINE
Magnitude: 1.75 
Reported by: Public

Quarter to golf ball size hail was observed at the Alpine Recreational Area.

Hail in MCCREARY, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 16:40:00 to 27-JUL-14 16:40:00 (EST-5)
Location: FLAT ROCK
Magnitude: 1.75 
Reported by: Public

Golf ball size hail was observed near Whitley City.

Hail in CLAY, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 15:00:00 to 27-JUL-14 15:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: BIG CREEK
Magnitude: 1.75 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Golf ball size hail was observed in Peabody.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEE, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 12:10:00 to 27-JUL-14 12:10:00 (EST-5)
Location: CANYON FALLS
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

A tree was blown down and across Gilliam Rd.

Thunderstorm Wind in PERRY, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 13:00:00 to 27-JUL-14 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: DICE
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A tree was blown down along KY-1146.

Thunderstorm Wind in PERRY, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 13:08:00 to 27-JUL-14 13:08:00 (EST-5)
Location: ARY
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A tree was blown down along Pigeon Roost Rd.

Thunderstorm Wind in WOLFE, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 13:15:00 to 27-JUL-14 13:15:00 (EST-5)
Location: VALERIA
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

A tree was blown down and across Clifty School Rd.

Thunderstorm Wind in MORGAN, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 13:20:00 to 27-JUL-14 13:20:00 (EST-5)
Location: GRASSY CREEK
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

A tree was blown down and across a road.

Thunderstorm Wind in ROCKCASTLE, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 14:00:00 to 27-JUL-14 14:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: ROUNDSTONE
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A tree was blown down along Scaffold Cane Rd.

Thunderstorm Wind in LETCHER, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 13:25:00 to 27-JUL-14 13:25:00 (EST-5)
Location: BLACKEY
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

Trees were blown down on Hwy's 7 and 1103 near Blackey.

Hail in LESLIE, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 15:10:00 to 27-JUL-14 15:10:00 (EST-5)
Location: ESSIE
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Quarter size hail was observed in Essie.

Hail in LESLIE, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 15:05:00 to 27-JUL-14 15:05:00 (EST-5)
Location: BEAR BRANCH
Magnitude: 2.75 
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Baseball size hail was observed in Bear Branch.

Hail in HARLAN, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 15:11:00 to 27-JUL-14 15:11:00 (EST-5)
Location: CLOVER FORK
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Quarter size hail was observed in Rock House.

Thunderstorm Wind in CLAY, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 14:35:00 to 27-JUL-14 14:35:00 (EST-5)
Location: FALL ROCK
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

Two trees were blown down along Hwy 421 between mile markers 21 and 22.

Hail in MCCREARY, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 14:28:00 to 27-JUL-14 14:28:00 (EST-5)
Location: MARSHES SIDING
Magnitude: 1.50 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Ping pong ball size hail caused damage to cars in Marshes Siding.

Hail in MCCREARY, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 14:29:00 to 27-JUL-14 14:29:00 (EST-5)
Location: REVELO
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Quarter size hail was observed in Revelo.

Thunderstorm Wind in CLAY, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 14:55:00 to 27-JUL-14 14:55:00 (EST-5)
Location: MARCUM
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

Numerous trees were blown down along Hwy 66S between Peabody and Gardner. Trash and debris were also reported across the highway.

Thunderstorm Wind in CLAY, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 14:40:00 to 27-JUL-14 14:40:00 (EST-5)
Location: HECTOR
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

Two trees were blown down along KY-149 near mile marker 6 in the vicinity of Hector.

Thunderstorm Wind in CLAY, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 15:15:00 to 27-JUL-14 15:15:00 (EST-5)
Location: SHEPHERDTOWN
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Public

Trees that were blown down by thunderstorm wind gusts knocked out phone service on Robinson's Creek.

Thunderstorm Wind in WHITLEY, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 16:05:00 to 27-JUL-14 16:05:00 (EST-5)
Location: GOLDBUG
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

A tree was blown down along KY-836.

Hail in LESLIE, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 15:15:00 to 27-JUL-14 15:15:00 (EST-5)
Location: ESSIE
Magnitude: 1.75 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Golf ball size hail was observed in Essie.

Thunderstorm Wind in PERRY, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 16:15:00 to 27-JUL-14 16:15:00 (EST-5)
Location: SLEMP
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A tree was blown down along KY-699.

Thunderstorm Wind in PERRY, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 16:10:00 to 27-JUL-14 16:10:00 (EST-5)
Location: TUB
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A tree was blown down along Pigeon Roost Rd.

Hail in WAYNE, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 15:10:00 to 27-JUL-14 15:10:00 (EST-5)
Location: MILL SPGS
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: Public

Quarter size hail was observed in the community of Conley Bottom Resort.

Thunderstorm Wind in CLAY, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 13:55:00 to 27-JUL-14 13:55:00 (EST-5)
Location: HIMA
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

A tree was blown down on Hwy 1350 in the vicinity of Dory.

Hail in LESLIE, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 14:55:00 to 27-JUL-14 14:55:00 (EST-5)
Location: BEAR BRANCH
Magnitude: 4.25 
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Softball size hail was observed in Bear Branch.

Hail in LESLIE, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 14:50:00 to 27-JUL-14 14:50:00 (EST-5)
Location: HYDEN
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Quarter size hail was observed near Hyden.

Hail in HARLAN, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 15:35:00 to 27-JUL-14 15:35:00 (EST-5)
Location: NOLANSBURG
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Quarter size hail was observed near Nolansburg.

Hail in HARLAN, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 15:40:00 to 27-JUL-14 15:40:00 (EST-5)
Location: GANO
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Quarter size hail was observed in Shields.

Thunderstorm Wind in WHITLEY, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 16:35:00 to 27-JUL-14 16:35:00 (EST-5)
Location: LOT
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

A tree was blown down along KY-1804.

Thunderstorm Wind in OWSLEY, KENTUCKY
From 27-JUL-14 12:05:00 to 27-JUL-14 12:05:00 (EST-5)
Location: TURIN
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

A tree was blown down and across a road.