Lowesville, North Carolina – A brief but confirmed tornado tore through Lowesville early Sunday morning, snapping trees and large limbs as it cut a narrow path across the area.
According to the National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg, the EF-0 tornado touched down just after midnight on May 4, remaining on the ground for roughly three minutes—from 12:43 to 12:46 a.m. It traveled 1.36 miles with peak winds of 70 mph and a max width of 20 yards. No injuries or fatalities were reported.
The storm, while short-lived, downed several trees and broke numerous large limbs near Lowesville’s east side. Damage survey crews confirmed the tornado’s track Monday, noting its relatively weak strength but clearly defined path. This marks one of the first confirmed tornadoes in the region so far this spring.
Residents are advised to stay alert through the week as more storms are possible during overnight hours. Keep cell phones charged and have a weather radio nearby, especially during early morning hours when tornadoes can go unnoticed.
NWS officials say no additional tornado warnings are currently in effect, but updates will follow if conditions change.
