Photos provided by Grundy County EMA
According to the National Weather Service in Nashville, an EF-1 tornado with 95 mph winds impacted areas from Monteagle to Tracy City in Grundy County early Sunday morning. The tornado was on the ground for 7 miles and 350 yards wide. As previously reported, it damaged multiple structures and knocked down many trees and power poles. Thankfully, no serious injuries were reported.
Also, according to the National Weather Service in Huntsville, Al., an EF-1 tornado struck Franklin County early Sunday morning. The tornado began on the north side of Cowan, then went up the mountain near Templeton Library and turned southeast before lifting near the Marion County line. At its peak, the tornado reached wind speeds of 95mph. It touched down at 12:38 AM and lifted at 12:53 AM. The tornado was on the ground for 8.7 miles and was 350 yards wide. No significant damage or injuries were reported.
