NWS Confirms Three Tornadoes in Bexar County from July 15 Storms
• The National Weather Service (NWS) has confirmed three tornadoes in Bexar County, Texas, following a severe weather outbreak on July 15,
• Two of the tornadoes were newly identified as EF-0 events after damage surveys. The first of these touched down at 5:20 a.m. in the Dignowity Hill District of northeast downtown San Antonio, with peak winds of 65 mph, a path length of 0.29 miles, and a width of 30 yards. The second tornado occurred at 4:25 p.m. near Burshard Road in east Bexar County, also rated EF-0 with similar wind speeds, a path length of 0.12 miles, and a width of 30 yards. Both caused minimal damage. These are in addition to a previously confirmed EF-1 tornado on the Northwest Side, which caused significant damage to an apartment complex and businesses at The Rim.
Impact & Risks
The tornadoes primarily affected localized areas in Bexar County, with minimal damage reported for the EF-0 events. The Dignowity Hill tornado caused minor structural damage, including a peeled tin roof and a partially collapsed brick façade. The Burshard Road tornado damaged a fence but remained over open land. The EF-1 tornado on the Northwest Side caused more substantial damage, impacting residential and commercial properties. While no injuries were reported, the events highlight the potential risks of severe weather in the region.
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