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MetJam @metjam.co.uk · 03/10/2026

A reminder that I will be speaking at the TORRO conference (provided I don't evaporate before then) on the 17th of October at Oxford Brookes about dust devils that occurred during this summer - do come along if you want to hear me and others natter about all things weather!

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Both these cells have the chance of producing hail 2-3cms diameter, as well as a tornado. A funnel cloud has been reported from Gloucestershire recently, which may have been a tornado. Please let us know if you hear of anything. Thanks, Paul.

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

With backed low-level flow ahead of these thunderstorms, and reasonable low-level shear/low cloud bases, a tornado is possible as they continue to drift in a general northerly direction, especially around Gloucs et al. Paul.

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

TORRO extends its sympathy to those affected by the tornado that struck Pomas, Aude on Mon 24 Aug. Our thoughts are with those who lost homes or were injured, and with emergency responders on the ground. This event underscores the need to understand severe convective storms in NW Europe.

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Hayley Lennox sent us this brilliant picture of a funnel cloud from Bagillt in Wales, seen around 11:15 BST this morning. Conditions today make it likely that more places have seen more funnel clouds - if you have seen any, please do report them to us! ~ Jamie 😁

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

New TORRO site investigation report: a T2 tornado tracked 1.7km through Coldwood or Foorkill, Co. Galway on 26 June, felling trees and downing a power pole. Full report and damage mapping here: www.torro.org.uk/research/event

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Thank you to everyone who has already sent in reports, and we implore you to send in any further reports, as they help our records and may contribute to future research! You can report through the link below or reply to this post, etc. Thanks ~Jamie www.torro.org.uk/severe-weath...

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

We've seen well over 50 reports of land devils over the course of this summer - the next few days look particularly ripe for further to occur considering the very dry conditions and high temperatures (upwards of 35/36ºC) forecast.

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

Hi all We have had reports of land devils over the last few weeks, some particularly strong (one looks to have caused damage in Swindon a few days ago) and are appealing for more information of any other reports you may have. Tomorrow may be particularly ripe in the south for further reports.

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

Thank you to John Murphy from County Galway for sending us a fantastic video of the tornado which occurred near Athenry yesterday. We are currently collecting information regarding this event. Note there is no sound on this video.

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

We have seen reports of a tornado that appears to have occurred SW of Athenry in Co. Galway today To help investigate this, we are looking for any information regarding this and would appreciate it if anyone with any information could please share it through our form or under this post. Thank you

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Thunderstorms are likely to develop more widely overnight, and could crop up just about anywhere (though inevitably some places will avoid them, especially, not exclusively, towards the SE). If you come across any large hail or wind damage do get in touch with us through our website. Thanks!

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Please send in any reports of large hail (ideally with a reference object!), strong wind gusts and associated damage through the form below: www.torro.org.uk/severe-weath...

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Thunderstorms are developing in Devon and Somerset, moving ENE broadly, and are expected to affect parts of Wales, as well as Wiltshire and Gloucestershire, over the coming hours. Associated risks of large hail, strong wind gusts and a small risk of a tornado with these.

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

A waterspout was spotted from Brighton Marina extending down from nearby clouds by Stephen Taylor just after 09:30 BST this morning. If you have any other reports or have seen any other waterspouts this morning then please do report them to us at our website - thanks 😁

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

There has been some reports of funnel clouds over parts of Scotland today, particularly over Perthshire and Fife. If you have seen any or have any damage reports then please report them using the link below, thanks 😁 www.torro.org.uk/severe-weath...

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

To round off the conference, we have Peter Kirk presenting on the Kensal Rise tornado that occurred nearly 20 years ago in December 2006.

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

Onto rapid fire presentations, Ryan Finch with a rapid fire presentation on his site investigation on the Dereham (Norfolk) tornado

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

To start off the afternoon, we have Dan Holley presenting on very large hail and severe thunderstorms in eastern Scotland from August 2025

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

Peter Kirk with his annual review of tornadoes and waterspouts of 2025

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

Jonathan Webb starts with the annual thunderstorm review of 2025

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Not long to go now! If you're coming to the TORRO Conference on Saturday don't forget to purchase tickets in advance – there's still a few tickets available. More details on our website: www.torro.org.uk/conference

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Sharon from Eastbourne has sent in this nice picture of a funnel cloud above Shinewater Park from a passing shower, taken yesterday at 11:24 BST. Light winds and sea breeze convergence likely helped it to form as the shower intensified.

A funnel cloud can be seen stretching from a black cloud above, with shrubbery seen below it

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

A week to go until the TORRO Spring Conference is held at Oxford Brookes - more information can be found at www.torro.org.uk/conference, and we look forward to seeing some of you there next Saturday!

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

A week to go until the TORRO Spring Conference is held at Oxford Brookes - more information can be found at www.torro.org.uk/conference, and we look forward to seeing some of you there next Saturday!

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

Just over two weeks to go until the TORRO Spring Conference at Oxford Brookes University on Saturday 18th April 2026! For more information on the agenda, and to purchase tickets please see torro.org.uk/conference ... we look forward to seeing some of you there!

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

We are seeking further information. If you witnessed a sudden severe wind event last night in those regions - strong enough to cause damage - then please fill out our report form: www.torro.org.uk/severe-weath...

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

We have had reports of wind damage from varying locations across West Yorkshire, Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire. These reports range in timing from around 21:00-22:00. /1

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

The report into the tornado which occurred in Seaford, East Sussex on 6th December has now been published on the TORRO website. This was rated T3 tornado with a track length of 1.3km over a maximum width of 45m. www.torro.org.uk/research/event

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Sarah H @sarahhants.bsky.social · 07/12/2025

Finished up the site investigation at Seaford. A clear damage track around 45m wide was found along a 1.3km path originating from the seafront. A clear WS/tornado. Further analysis will take place before a damage rating is awarded. Only one mangled trampoline found

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Sarah H @sarahhants.bsky.social · 07/12/2025

What an absolutely filthy day for an @torrouk.bsky.social damage site investigation. Heading down to Seaford after reports of a narrow path of wind damage occurring during Friday night. @thilokuehne.bsky.social

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

Jersey experienced some very photogenic funnel clouds today. Sarah Willing sent in this photograph she took this afternoon from afar, showing at least three funnels.

At least three funnel clouds hanging from clouds over the sea taken from the beach front across a road.

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Sarah H @sarahhants.bsky.social · 08/11/2025

A fruitful storm damage site investigation at Milford on Sea following reports on 1st Nov c. 12:15am of damage to homes. A narrow 800m long damage track was found from the sea front extending across the E of the village. Provisional rating T1. Report to be written in due course.

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 11/10/2025

Final talk of the day - tales from this years US storm chase from Chris Bell and Berni King.

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 11/10/2025

Dr Rob Doe brings in a light hearted talk. 'Have I got Tornado News For You'.

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 11/10/2025

Tony Gilbert sharing his decades of experience of damage site investigations.

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 11/10/2025

Dr Matt Clark looking at Mesoscale cyclonic storms associated with tornadoes and localised wind damage in frontal rainbands for the first afternoon talk.

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 11/10/2025

It's the TORRO autumn conference today, with talks from many fantastic speakers. First up, Henry Wells talking about the convective environment climatatology for both large hail and tornadoes.

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

Our Autumn Conference will take place on Saturday 11th October 2025, at Oxford Brookes University. More details, including the agenda of presentations and ticket purchasing, can be found on our Conference page on our website: www.torro.org.uk/conference Hope to see you there!

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

We've had reports of damage in Chorlton This happened around 12:45. While we are aware of significant damage further north associated with the windstorm, we are seeking specific information about localised damage in the Manchester area. If anyone has any reports, please submit them to TORRO

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

With Storm Floris on people's minds today, The #OneShow will be featuring some of TORROs work on convective storm damage tonight.

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

I'm sorry to hear that. I hope that you were able to recover well from the incident.

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

With plenty in the news about the risk of thunderstorms for some over the next few days, what exactly are the risks and myths around lightning? Read our page on the subject: www.torro.org.uk/research/lig...

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

Reports need to include photographic evidence of damage please and can be included under this post, or sent into: www.torro.org.uk/severe-weath.... using the large File Uploader for photos at the bottom of that page.

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Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) @torrouk.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

We are now seeking any other reports of damage associated with strong winds in southern English coastal counties from Devon through to Kent between 2pm and around 7:30pm on 7th June. We are particularly interested in areas east of Pulborough through W. & E. Sussex and into Kent after 17:55.

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