A tornado touched down in three locations within a two-minute span on Wednesday, September 25, causing significant damage and prompting an immediate response from local authorities. The National Weather Service classified the tornado as an EF-1, with wind speeds ranging from 86 to 90 miles per hour, affecting a swath approximately 0.6 miles long and 75 yards wide.

In the aftermath, town staff collaborated with the National Weather Service on Thursday, September 26, to assess the damage and confirm the tornado's classification. The day was primarily dedicated to storm preparation, which included clearing culverts and ditches, deploying sandbags, and developing a communication plan for ongoing emergency management.

As severe weather continued into Friday morning, emergency personnel were mobilized early, with public works and fire staff reporting to their stations around 3 AM. A power outage at the Bullen Rock Police Station caused complications when water infiltrated the generator, necessitating a temporary relocation of communications to Fire Station 1. By 8 AM, the emergency operations center was fully operational at the new location.

The Boone fire department requested assistance around 9 AM, leading to the deployment of the BlueRock Swift Water team. However, en route, they encountered flooding on Route 21, which resulted in multiple vehicles stranded and numerous calls for help. Local authorities remain vigilant as they continue to address the aftermath of the storm and ensure community safety.