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Tornado history in Franklin County
5 tornadoes have been recorded in Franklin County since 1950, injuring 4 people. That ranks 66 of 133 counties in Virginia. The most recent was on April 19, 2019 (rated EF3).
Strongest tornadoes in Franklin County
| Date | Rating | County | Path length | Width | Deaths | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 19, 2019 | EF3 | Franklin County | 8.1 mi | 250 yd | 0 | 0 |
| September 17, 2004 | F2 | Henry County | 8.8 mi | 440 yd | 0 | 4 |
| June 9, 1996 | F2 | Franklin County | 0.1 mi | 30 yd | 0 | 0 |
| May 8, 2008 | EF1 | Henry County | 0.9 mi | 75 yd | 0 | 0 |
| August 9, 1978 | F1 | Franklin County | 0.1 mi | 10 yd | 0 | 0 |
Most recent tornadoes
| Date | Rating | County | Path length | Width | Deaths | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 19, 2019 | EF3 | Franklin County | 8.1 mi | 250 yd | 0 | 0 |
| May 8, 2008 | EF1 | Henry County | 0.9 mi | 75 yd | 0 | 0 |
| September 17, 2004 | F2 | Henry County | 8.8 mi | 440 yd | 0 | 4 |
| June 9, 1996 | F2 | Franklin County | 0.1 mi | 30 yd | 0 | 0 |
| August 9, 1978 | F1 | Franklin County | 0.1 mi | 10 yd | 0 | 0 |
About Franklin County
- Population: 55,637 (2024 estimate)
- State: Virginia
- NOAA Weather Radio SAME code: 051067 (how to use it)