EF2nin

EF2nin is a term that refers to a specific category of tornado intensity on the Enhanced Fujita (EF) scale. The EF scale is used to rate the intensity of tornadoes in the United States, based on the damage they cause. The EF scale ranges from EF0 (weakest) to EF5 (strongest). An EF2 tornado is characterized by moderate to considerable damage. Winds associated with EF2 tornadoes are estimated to be between 113 and 157 miles per hour.

Damage caused by an EF2 tornado can include the lifting of mobile homes off their foundations, significant structural damage to well-constructed houses such as the removal of roofs and exterior walls, and the overturning and destruction of large trees. Railroad cars can be derailed, and vehicles can be lifted and thrown. The storms that produce EF2 tornadoes are typically robust supercells, which are rotating thunderstorms capable of producing severe weather. These tornadoes are a significant threat to life and property, and it is crucial for residents in their path to seek immediate shelter in a sturdy building or underground.

The classification of a tornado as EF2 is determined by post-storm surveys conducted by meteorologists and engineers who assess the damage patterns and estimate wind speeds based on damage indicators. This classification helps in understanding tornado climatology, improving building codes, and informing public safety advisories.