Brief Tornado touches down in Columbus County

COLUMBUS COUNTY, N.C. (WWAY) — A brief tornado was reported in Columbus County on Saturday, according to emergency officials.

Columbus County 911 said a citizen at McPherson’s Acme General, located at 1355 Old Stage Road, reported seeing the tornado briefly touch down in the area.

Officials also said a propane tank was damaged during the storm. Pieces of metal from a damaged shed covering were reportedly scattered across the roadway.

It is unclear if anyone was injured. WWAY reached out to Columbus County Emergency Services for information about possible injuries but had not received a response as of publication.

The National Weather Service has not yet confirmed the tornado or released any information about its strength or potential rating.

WWAY will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.