Tornado TracksThis feature layer, utilizing data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), displays tornadoes in the United States, Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands between 1950 and 2024. A tornado track shows the route of a tornado. Per NOAA, "A tornado is a narrow, violently rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground. Because wind is invisible, it is hard to see a tornado unless it forms a condensation funnel made up of water droplets, dust and debris. Tornadoes can be among the most violent phenomena of all atmospheric storms we experience. The most destructive tornadoes occur from supercells, which are rotating thunderstorms with a well-defined radar circulation called a mesocyclone. (Supercells can also produce damaging hail, severe non-tornadic winds, frequent lightning, and flash floods.)"EF-5 Tornado Track (May 3, 1999) near Oklahoma City, OklahomaData currency: December 30, 2024Data source: Storm Prediction CenterData modifications: Added field "Date_Calc"For more information: Severe Weather 101 - Tornadoes; NSSL Research: TornadoesSupport documentation: SPC Tornado, Hail, and Wind Database Format SpecificationFor feedback, please contact: ArcGIScomNationalMaps@esri.comNational Oceanic and Atmospheric AdministrationPer NOAA, its mission is "To understand and predict changes in climate, weather, ocean, and coasts, to share that knowledge and information with others, and to conserve and manage coastal and marine ecosystems and resources."

This dataset represents data that was compiled from the United States severe report database (tornadoes 1950-2015).

This map layer shows tornado tracks in CONUS, Alaska, Hawaii and Puerto Rico, from 1950 to 2015. Statistical data were obtained from the National Weather Service, Storm Prediction Center (SPC).

Map displaying total tornadoes by county across the state of Tennessee from 1950 to present. This file may not always reflect the current count across the state but will be updated periodically to ensure it remains as updated as possible.For more information, please reach out to sam.shamburger@noaa.gov or sr-ohx.webmaster@noaa.gov.

This map layer shows tornado tracksin the United States, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, from 1950 to 2013. Statistical data were obtained from the National Weather Service, Storm Prediction Center (SPC).

This historical static map of tornado tracks in Alabama documents the historic tornado outbreak that occurred on April 27, 2011.

A database of verified tornado tracks across Canada has been created covering the 30-year period from 1980 to 2009. The tornado data have undergone a number of quality control checks and represent the most current knowledge of past tornado events over the period. However, updates may be made to the database as new or more accurate information becomes available. The data have been converted to a geo-referenced mapping file that can be viewed and manipulated using GIS software.

Historical tornado records for Virginia from 1950 to present.

Tornado paths and starting/touchdown points in Oakland County, Michigan circa 1953-2015. Data provided by NOAA, OCIT, and Matt Malone of Farmington Hills GIS. Originally published as April 2017 Map of the Month

This is a database of tornadoes that have affected the Huntsville Forecast area this year. National Weather Service Storm Survey information regarding the tornadoes that occurred so far in 2025 within the NWS Huntsville County Warning Area (CWA). Included are storm survey damage points with pictures where available, tornado damage paths, and estimated damage swath information where applicable.

Historical tornado records for Erie County, Pennsylvania from 1950 to present.

HIFLD open web service for Natural Hazards.

Historical file of tornado path locations. Data was uploaded from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Wealther Service (NWS).

Detailed information, maps, and pictures from significant Arkansas tornadoes and tornado outbreaks utilizing the Damage Assessment Toolkit (DAT) database are provided here. Scroll down to view all tornado events or use the navigation above to jump to a particular tornado event. Note that this is NOT a comprehensive database of all Arkansas tornado events, but serves to highlight the significant events in recorded history, by not just the North Little Rock Forecast Office, but all NWS Offices who serve portions of the state of Arkansas, including NWS Tulsa, NWS Memphis, NWS Shreveport, and NWS Jackson.This database documents several Arkansas significant events within the DAT database, but not all events are represented. Map features including damage points, tracks, and swaths are interactive, and can be clicked within the map to see details, including damage pictures for some locations.

Historical tornado records for Idaho from 1950 to present.

This map shows the tornado tracks in central and eastern Oklahoma from June 8, 1974.

Historical tornado records for Crow Wing County, Minnesota from 1950 to present.

Historical tornado records for Wisconsin from 1950 to present.

Numerous historical photos and detailed narrative tell the story of the storm. Historical photos are shown against a modern map, giving the reader the ability to recognize the path of the storm and realize the incredible damage that would be done if a tornado of that strength followed that same path today.It is hoped that today's reader will take a few moments to consider what they would do if such a storm struck their neighborhood. It is vital to have a plan in place before a storm strikes.We must also pay proper respect to the dozens of citizens who perished in this terrible event.

This map shows the tornado track from June 8, 1974 of the Drumright tornado.

Historical tornado records for Madison County, Alabama from 1950 to present.