
Union County Faces EF-1 Tornado’s Wrath, Minimal Damage Reported
News Summary On March 5, 2025, Union County experienced an EF-1 tornado with winds reaching 90 mph, causing minimal damage and no injuries. The tornado touched down near Porter Ridge High School, traveling about 2.24 miles before dissipating after just three minutes. Despite uprooted trees and downed structures, most homes were left intact. Power outages affected around 1,700 customers, prompting school closures and flight delays at Charlotte Douglas International Airport.