Two tornadoes touched down in Pasco County on Tuesday afternoon as strong thunderstorms moved inland from the Gulf, according to a preliminary survey by the National Weather Service. The first tornado formed near Hudson at 2:14 p.m., traveled just over a mile, reached peak winds of 85 mph, and caused roof, lanai, carport, and tree damage along Saltwater Boulevard and nearby lanes before weakening near U.S. Highway 19. About 20 minutes later, a second tornado formed west of Shady Hills, traveled less than a mile, also produced 85 mph winds, and primarily uprooted trees, including one that fell on a mobile home on Eden Avenue. No injuries or fatalities were reported from either tornado. The survey findings are preliminary and may be updated in final storm data reports.
Two Tornadoes Strike Pasco County with No Injuries
