Central Georgia is still cleaning up after not one, but two tornadoes touched down over the weekend.
It happened fast. For many, the skies were just dark and moody. A little rain. Some wind. And then—boom.
The National Weather Service has now confirmed two EF-1 tornadoes hit Bibb and Twiggs counties on April 5, 2025. And if you’re thinking, “Wait, that was a tornado?” — you’re not alone. Many residents didn’t realize what they were experiencing until it was already over.
In Macon, It Was Over in Seconds — But It Felt Like Forever
Just after 3:30 p.m., a tornado touched down on the north side of Macon, right near Piedmont Northside Hospital.
Winds reached up to 90 miles per hour — strong enough to rip parts of roofs off homes, snap trees, and send debris flying. Areas around Wimbish Road and Old Lundy Road were hit hardest.
One homeowner told us, “The sky turned that weird color, and then I heard this low rumble. I grabbed my kids and ran into the bathroom. By the time I came out, there were shingles in the yard and a giant branch in the living room.”
Luckily, no injuries were reported. But the emotional toll is real — and so is the clean-up.
In Twiggs County, a Twister Tore Through Like a Freight Train
Later that night, another EF-1 tornado touched down near Jeffersonville in Twiggs County. It was quick, but powerful.
The twister tore the metal siding off a warehouse, flipped over a sem-truck trailer, and even tossed a few small boats across a lot. Imagine waking up to find your boat across the street—or your garage missing a wall.
The National Weather Service confirmed the tornado after inspecting the damage. The wind patterns, debris, and path all lined up. It wasn’t just a “strong storm.” This was the real deal.
So What Now? Here’s What You Need to Know
These tornadoes were a reminder — and a warning. They hit fast, quietly, and in places that weren’t even under a tornado warning at the time. That’s what makes them dangerous.
So if you live in Georgia (or anywhere in the Southeast, really), this is your chance to get prepared. Seriously. Don’t wait.
Here’s what you can do right now:
-
Turn on alerts on your phone. Use a trusted weather app with emergency notifications.
-
Pick your safe spot. A basement, hallway, or closet with no windows. Practice getting there.
-
Put together a basic emergency kit. Flashlight, water, snacks, charger, meds, and a first-aid kit.
-
Talk to your family. Have a plan. Know where to meet if you get separated.
We Got Lucky This Time. But Next Time Could Be Worse.
No one was seriously hurt in these storms. That’s something to be grateful for. But the damage shows just how unpredictable spring weather can be around here.
If you looked out the window and thought, “It’s just another storm,”—you’re not wrong. But it turned into something more. And next time, it could be worse.
So take this as your sign: get ready now.
Don’t wait for the sirens. Don’t assume it’ll miss your neighborhood. When it comes to tornadoes, seconds matter.
