Memphis storm: The latest updates after winds, tornado damaged city
High-speed wins, power outages, tornado watches and warnings moved through the Memphis area early Monday morning, leaving behind thousands without power, tree limbs on the ground and damages to businesses, cars and homes.
The National Weather Service in Memphis confirmed an EF1 tornado touched down in Southeast Memphis, a ranking described as having the ability to cause moderate damage to structures and trees.
No deaths were reported from Monday's storm, but many were affected in some way.
This story will be updated with the latest throughout the day.
Still without power
Most of the damage occurred in the northern and southern parts of Shelby County Monday, but power outages occurred within the I-240 loop, according to the weather service.
Crews with Memphis Light, Gas and Water worked throughout the day to repair electricity after over 30,000 customers were affected. As of Tuesday morning, the number of customers affected dropped to 10,025.
Some Shelby County Schools closed
As a result of MLGW power outages following Monday's storm, SCS announced seven schools are closed.
The schools closed include: Balmoral Ridgeway Elementary, Oakhaven Elementary, Oakhaven Middle School, Oakhaven High School, Wooddale High School, Hawkins Mill Elementary and Westside Elementary.
Tuesday's forecast
As of Tuesday morning, high pressure is expected to result in rain-free weather across the Mid-South today through Thursday with cooler high temperatures in the 60s, according to the weather service. Later tonight, the temperature will fall back into the 40s in most areas.
According to the Weather Channel, the Memphis area can expect sunny weather from Tuesday through Thursday.
Damages caused by Monday's storm
According to the weather service as of 4:30 p.m. Monday, the tornado in Memphis reached an estimated peak wind speed of 105 mph which moved 1.4 miles and had a width of about 250 yards.
No fatalities or injuries were reported, according to the weather service.
The primary damage was found at Cottonwood Apartments with significant roof damage, the weather service said. Also, numerous tress and business signs were down.
The weather service noted the information is subject to change pending its final review of the event.
During the tornado warnings the same morning, Memphis International Airport passengers were directed into the A and C concourses to restrooms in the ticketing area for shelter.
Shelters provided in Memphis
The majority of residents seeking shelter because of damages sustained by the storm are those within the path of the EF1 tornado. Those people have the option to find lodging at the Marion Hale Community Center led by the American Red Cross.
Monday evening, Bob Wallace, a volunteer mid-south public affairs worker with the American Red Cross, said they had 50 people registered for housing and lodging assistance following the storm.
"Anyone in that area or anyone who has been affected by the storm is more than welcome to come and find a safe place to stay," Wallace said.
Katherine Burgess and Phillip Jackson contributed to this reporting.