WOODLAND PARK, Colo. — A team from the National Weather Service (NWS) confirmed that a tornado touched down near Woodland Park on July 30, following a storm damage survey conducted Monday.
According to the NWS, the tornado touched down at approximately 1:55 p.m., about six miles west-southwest of Woodland Park. It reached an estimated maximum width of 50 yards and carved a path just under a mile long.
The survey team observed significant tree damage, including numerous trees that were uprooted and snapped—clear signs of tornadic activity rather than straight-line wind damage. Officials said the damage path was well-defined, further supporting the tornado confirmation.
The tornado was rated an EF-1, with estimated peak winds of 110 miles per hour. The NWS based its assessment on damage indicators, radar data, and videos submitted by residents across the area.
No injuries were reported in connection with the storm.
Tornadoes are measured using the Enhanced Fujita (EF) Scale, which estimates wind speeds based on observed damage. The scale ranges from EF-0 (weakest) to EF-5 (strongest).
| EF Rating: | Windspeed" |
| EF-0 | 65-85 mph |
| EF-1 | 86-110 mph |
| EF-2 | 111-135 mph |
| EF-3 | 136-165 mph |
| EF-4 | 166-200 mph |
| EF-5 | >200 mph |
This is now the 8th tornado to occur in Teller county. 4 have been rated an EF-0 and 4 have been rated an EF-1.
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