Two EF-1 tornadoes were reported during storm conditions that rolled through Arizona on October, 21, 2026, according to the National Weather Service forecast office in Flagstaff.

A tornado developed south of Heber-Overgaard on Wednesday evening and traveled north across Highway 260 through the town before dissipating near Highway 277, the NWS reported.

The EF1 rated tornado produced the most significant damage on the southern side of Highway 260 and also in central portions of Overgaard, causing damage to multiple homes and structures with many trees reportedly uprooted and snapped. The tornado had an estimated path of over 9 miles. The peak wind speed was estimated to be around 110 mph.

There was one non life-threatening injury reported.

Another EF-1 tornado occurred near Lookout Mountain Wednesday morning, and traveled north-northeast for about 8 miles before dissipating near Walker Road.

The EF1 rating was determined based on observed swaths of snapped and uprooted ponderosa pine trees. The peak wind speed was estimated to be around 105 mph.

EF Scale: The Enhanced Fujita Scale classifies tornadoes into them following categories:

EF0…..65 to 85 mph
EF1…..86 to 110 mph
EF2…..111 to 135 mph
EF3…..136 to 165 mph
EF4…..166 to 200 mph
EF5…..>200 mph