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EF-1 tornado confirmed in Fayette County last week
FAYETTE COUNTY, Texas — After experiencing active weather across Central Texas last week, the National Weather Service has confirmed details on the tornado in Fayette County from Tuesday, May 18.
At 6:42 p.m., an EF-1 tornado occurred near Swiss Alp just west of Highway 77 and lasted for approximately 10 minutes. Peak winds were estimated to be around 100 mph.
EF-1 tornadoes are considered to be weak systems with peak winds ranging from 86 to 110 mph. The path of the tornado was 3.34 miles with a width of 400 yards and moved northeast.
The National Weather Service mentioned the tornado became a multi-vortex system as it crossed Highway 77.
While there was minor tree damage along with snapped power poles in the area, the largest damage was to a nearby cattle farm about 1 mile south of FM 1383. At this location, there was roof damage and a partial structure collapse. Metal roofing was discovered several hundred yards away from the site.
No injuries or fatalities were reported with this weather event.