Water well means any well, water development shaft, or tunnel being used, intended to be. used, or capable of being used to withdraw ground water or any well, water. development shaft, or tunnel to be constructed for the purpose of investigating, exploring, testing, or development of ground water.
The Beaufort Wind Scale categorizes various wind speeds up to hurricane strength (74 miles per hour) and is used in weather forecasting. It says that 55 to 63 mph gale winds can break large branches off trees and knock down small to medium-sized trees.
The National Weather Service categorized the tornado as an EF2 and estimated wind speeds as high as 125 mph. Spokeswoman Barbara Watson said the tornado was on ground for 5 to 6 miles, sweeping a quarter-mile path of destruction in its wake. It was a pretty strong tornado, particularly for February, she said.