Tornado Risk in Nashville, TN — 2026 Report
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database
High
Tornado Risk Score: 62/100
High Risk
Tornado risk is calculated using NOAA Storm Events historical tornado tracks, EF-scale intensity records, frequency data, and proximity to known tornado corridors.
Historical Tornado Events — Nashville
| Date | Description | Magnitude | Fatalities | Injuries | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020-03-03 | EF3 tornado kills 25 in Nashville and Putnam County | 3 | 25 | 300 | NOAA |
Tornado Preparedness for Nashville Residents
- 1.Identify the safest room in your home (interior room, lowest floor)
- 2.Have a NOAA weather radio and multiple alert methods
- 3.Create a family emergency plan with meeting points
- 4.Keep an emergency kit with 72 hours of supplies
- 5.Know the difference between a tornado watch and tornado warning