Location
Essex, Ontario, Canada
Start Date
25-6-1958 2:00 PM
Document Type
Report (PDF/Word)
F-Scale Rating
F1
Classification
Confirmed
Description
“Several witnesses saw the funnels come in from the Detroit River.” Debris was seen being lofted about an estimated 500ft into the air, and consisted of roofing material, paper, and other particles. One woman said she did not hear any roar. A small rowboat was reportedly picked up by the apparent “roaring” tornado and deposited two (or three) blocks inland. (a resident said it flew over a house) One man saw two distinct tornadoes, one followed after the other. After tracking over LaSalle, they were seen simultaneously lifting back into the storm base. (see photo)
LaSalle
Essex, Ontario, Canada
“Several witnesses saw the funnels come in from the Detroit River.” Debris was seen being lofted about an estimated 500ft into the air, and consisted of roofing material, paper, and other particles. One woman said she did not hear any roar. A small rowboat was reportedly picked up by the apparent “roaring” tornado and deposited two (or three) blocks inland. (a resident said it flew over a house) One man saw two distinct tornadoes, one followed after the other. After tracking over LaSalle, they were seen simultaneously lifting back into the storm base. (see photo)