How many tornadoes has Martha Lake, WA had?
Martha Lake has had 10 tornadoes on record within 25 miles since 1950, including 1 strong to violent (EF3+) tornado.
When was the most recent tornado near Martha Lake?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Martha Lake was an F0 on June 16, 2006.
When is tornado season in Martha Lake?
June is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Martha Lake, with 2 on record. April through June account for 4 of the 10 tornadoes on record near Martha Lake.
At a Glance
Tornadoes Since 1950
10
Within search radius
Violent (EF3+)
1
10.0% of total
Peak Month
June
2 on record
Per Year Avg
0.1
Across 76 years
Tornadoes by Decade
1960s
3
1970s
2
1990s
2
2000s
3
Tornadoes by Enhanced Fujita Rating
F0–F5 ratings (pre-2007) are grouped with their EF equivalents. The Enhanced Fujita scale replaced the original Fujita scale in February 2007.
EF0
5
EF1
3
EF2
1
EF3
1
Tornadoes by Month
Jan
0
Feb
0
Mar
0
Apr
1
May
1
Jun
2
Jul
0
Aug
2
Sep
1
Oct
1
Nov
1
Dec
1
Have any tornadoes near Martha Lake been fatal?
No fatalities are on record within 25 miles of Martha Lake from any of the 10 tornadoes since 1950, though 1 injuries have been reported, according to NOAA Storm Prediction Center records.
Notable Tornadoes Near Martha Lake
Costliest Tornado
F3 on December 12, 1969 — est. ~$275K (NOAA damage class, pre-1996 estimate).
Widest Tornado
F1 on October 26, 1971 — 100 yards wide.
Longest Path
F0 on August 18, 1964 — 5.2 mile track.
Most Recent
F0 on June 16, 2006.
What the record shows near Martha Lake
The 1960s were the busiest decade near Martha Lake, with 3 of the 10 confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles; the 2000s have produced 3 so far. The Martha Lake record runs from the 1960s to today.
Of the tornadoes rated near Martha Lake, 8 reached EF0 or EF1 and 2 reached EF2 or stronger. The most intense on record near Martha Lake is rated EF3, of which 1 is logged.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many tornadoes has Martha Lake, WA had?
Since 1950, 10 tornadoes have been recorded within 25 miles of Martha Lake. Data source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center.
When is tornado season in Martha Lake?
June is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Martha Lake, with 2 tornadoes on record. Tornadoes can occur any time of year, but spring months (April–June) generally see the highest activity across most of the central and southern United States.
When was the most recent tornado near Martha Lake?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Martha Lake was an F0 on June 16, 2006.
How do I get tornado warnings for Martha Lake?
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