Hermitage, PA – The National Weather Service in Pittsburgh confirmed a landspout tornado occurred yesterday just east of Hermitage, PA, based on photographic evidence. The rare weather event was documented around 5:30 PM near New Virginia in Mercer County.
According to the NWS, the EF-U landspout tornado was captured in photos by local residents. However, the extent of the damage, if any, remains unknown at this time as officials continue to gather more information. The precise location of the landspout tornado was determined through photographic analysis.
The NWS is urging residents with additional information or photos of the funnel to come forward and share their evidence. This will assist in the ongoing assessment and documentation of the tornado’s impact. Landspout tornadoes, though less intense than their supercell counterparts, can still cause significant damage, and public cooperation is crucial in these situations.
