The National Weather Service in Pittsburgh has released a detailed report concerning the tornado that touched down in Saltlick Township last Thursday.
According to the NWS, the tornado touched down in Acme at 1:54 p.m. as survey crews noted damage on Bear Rocks Road consisting of large branch snaps and uprooted trees.
The tornado, which had an estimated width of 100 yards, continued along Grandview Road toward Mount Zion Church Road in Acme with similar tree damage reported.
Along Mount Zion Church Road, the NWS reported that the tornado gained strength, causing minor damage to a roof and a deck and then crossed a field, snapped a few apple trees and caused minor damage to a barn.
EF2 tornadoes hit Harrison, Carroll counties, weather service says
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Tornadoes cause damage in Harrison and Jefferson counties
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