NWS finds damage indicating EF2 tornado hit Washington County Saturday

Sierra Rehm

May 12, 2024 at 10:59 AM·1 min read

National Weather Service surveyors are in Washington County Sunday morning to learn more about the storm that spurred a tornado Saturday night.

PHOTOS: Severe storms bring hail, damage across Pittsburgh region

According to NWS, surveyors have now found damage that is “consistent with an EF2″ tornado. That is a preliminary report.

Earlier in the day, NWS says the surveyors found “at least preliminary EF1 damage.”

The NWS confirmed on Saturday night that a tornado passed through Union Township from 6:05 p.m. until 6:15 p.m. Officials say the tornado did not go through downtown Finleyville.

>>> WATCH: Tornado touches ground in Washington County

The survey is ongoing, and NWS will determine a definitive rating for the tornado at a later time.

While the tornado was on the ground, it hit a church while about 100 people, including babies, were inside.

>>> Tornado hits Washington County church, damages roof while 100 people are inside

So far, no serious storm-related injuries have been reported.

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