GREENSBORO, N.C. — So far, there has only been one confirmed tornado in Wilkes County, according to the National Weather Service.
An EF-1 tornado hit the area Thursday night near Moravian Falls, dissipating near Main Street.
Here is what we know:
How strong was the tornado?
The National Weather Service said the tornado was going 105-110 miles per hour and was only on the ground for 3 minutes.
How wide was the tornado?
The tornado was 300 yards wide and stretched for 2 miles.
Was anyone injured?
There were no reported injuries.
Was there a second tornado?
Phil Hysell, Warning Coordination Meteorologist with the NWS, said after seeing a second wave of damage in the Rhonda area, they have to determine whether that was from a second tornado or not.
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