PINSON, Ala. (AP) — Strong storms moving across Jefferson County left behind damaged homes, downed trees and displaced families, and the National Weather Service has confirmed an EF-0 tornado touched down in Trussville.
In Pinson, officials say straight-line winds estimated between 70 and 75 miles per hour caused damage across a broad area roughly one mile long and about 1,000 yards wide. The National Weather Service determined the damage there was likely caused by a downburst, possibly enhanced by large hail.
Several trees fell onto homes, leading to roof and structural damage. The direction of fallen trees — southeast and south, matching the storm’s movement — supported the finding of straight-line winds rather than a tornado…