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It’s not very common to see a tornado touch down in Massachusetts, which is why citizens of North Brookfield were alarmed to find out a tornado hit and traveled 2 miles during the storms Sunday morning.
An EF-0 Tornado was confirmed by the National Weather Service in North Brookfield with Peak Winds of 80 mph and a Path Length of 2 Miles. Fortunately, there were no injuries or property damage reported, but this does serve as a reminder that tornadoes can occur in Massachusetts.
The Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency alerted citizens on social media:
It’s essential for all of us to stay informed and be prepared for severe weather situations. Tornadoes can occur anywhere, and having a plan in place is crucial. Take this opportunity to familiarize yourself and your loved ones with tornado safety tips.
For helpful tips on tornado preparedness and ensuring personal safety, please visit the following website: https://mass.gov/info-details/tornado-safety-tips
Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency photo.
Although Massachusetts is not known for devastating tornados, they can occur. In 2011 a series of 5 tornados broke out including a powerful EF-3 level tornado which was directly attributable to three fatalities. In addition, two hundred people were treated for injuries and over $227 Million dollars of damage occurred.
