Acworth, GA Records 109 Tornadoes Since 1950, Including 13 Violent Events
• Acworth, Georgia, has experienced 109 tornadoes within a 25-mile radius since 1950, according to the NOAA Storm Prediction Center (VORTEX, 2026). Of these, 13 were classified as violent (EF3 or higher). The most recent tornado, an EF0, occurred on May 20, 2025, causing no injuries or property damage. April is historically the peak month for tornado activity in the area, with 30 tornadoes recorded. The deadliest tornado was an EF4 on April 27, 2011, which caused 22 fatalities and traveled 97.3 miles. Over the decades, tornado activity has increased, with the 1990s seeing the highest number of events at
• The region's tornadoes are primarily caused by the collision of warm, moist air from the Gulf of Mexico with cooler continental air systems.
Impact & Risks
The Acworth area has faced significant risks from tornadoes, with 43 fatalities recorded across nine events since 1950 (VORTEX, 2026). While most tornadoes have been weaker, with 49 rated EF1 and 19 rated EF0, the area has also experienced 22 EF2, 8 EF3, and 2 EF4 tornadoes. The deadliest event, an EF4 in 2011, caused 22 fatalities and extensive damage. The costliest tornado occurred on March 24, 1975, when an F3 tornado caused $275 million in property damage. Residents should remain vigilant, especially during April, the peak month for tornado activity.
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