An EF0 tornado confirmed by the National Weather Service hit Pico Rivera, California in the early hours of Thursday morning with wind speeds reaching 85 mph. Lasting approximately two minutes, the tornado uprooted trees, downed power lines, and scattered debris over a four-block area. The storm system, which has affected wider Southern California with heavy rainfall, did not cause significant damage to homes, although some roofs sustained minor damage. NWS meteorologist Ariel Cohen emphasized the rarity yet occurrence of tornadoes in the L.A. region during such storms, likening its frequency to some Midwestern U.S. areas.
A tornado with 85 mph winds struck Pico Rivera, California, early Thursday, causing damage but no injuries, as part of a significant storm system.
The NWS reported an EF0 tornado that lasted two minutes, uprooting trees and downing power lines, but sparing homes from major damage.
National Weather Service's Ariel Cohen noted, 'They can happen here, they can happen anywhere in the country at any time,' referencing the tornado frequency in L.A.
Cohen highlighted the uniqueness of the region, stating, 'This is a localized area of enhanced frequencies of tornadoes that actually rival some parts of the midwestern United States.'
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