First U.S. Tornado of 2025 Reported in Northern California

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Tehama County, CA – A brief EF-U-rated tornado touched down in Tehama County on Friday, marking the first tornado in the U.S. this year.

Meteorologists with the National Weather Service in Sacramento confirmed the tornado occurred between 5:18 and 5:21 p.m., about eight miles northeast of Dairyville. The tornado covered an estimated 0.8 miles in length and struck a remote, unpopulated area of the county.

According to the National Weather Service, no damage or injuries were reported, and peak wind speeds remain undetermined. Video footage from a trained spotter and radar data helped confirm the event. Officials determined no survey team is necessary due to the lack of structural impact.

While tornadoes are rare in California, the state averages up to 12 annually, typically weaker EF-0 or EF-U ratings. Officials say this tornado highlights the diverse weather patterns across Northern California.

The preliminary report remains subject to updates as weather experts finalize 2025 tornado data in February.

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