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The tornado began about a quarter of a mile south of Copter Road and just east of Paul Start Drive, according to the damage survey. At the starting point, several boats were pushed into fencing with a few boats overturned. The tornado moved northeast across the Ellyson Industrial Park, causing significant damage to some metal roofs, metal side paneling, doors, powerlines and vehicles.
The tornado quickly weakened as it moved north of Copter Road and lifted near Addison Drive with only some small tree debris noted.
Three injuries were reported with two patients transported to area hospitals by Escambia County EMS.
EF Scale: The Enhanced Fujita Scale classifies tornadoes into the following categories:
NOTE: The information provided by NWS-Mobile is preliminary and subject to change pending final review of the event and publication in NWS Storm Data.
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