Tornado Injures Several in Northern California

A rare EF1 tornado struck Scotts Valley, California, on Saturday afternoon, injuring at least four people and causing significant damage by flipping cars and downing power lines. The tornado, which touched down at 1:39 PM local time, had peak wind speeds of 90 mph and lasted approximately five minutes, traveling about a quarter of a mile. Residents of San Francisco had received a tornado warning earlier that day, marking a historic first for the city. Initial reports of multiple vehicle crashes were later clarified as resulting from the tornado's impact. Although tornadoes are uncommon in California, they have occurred in the past, including one in South San Francisco in 2005. The National Weather Service continues to monitor the situation and assist with recovery efforts.