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The National Weather Service in Louisville confirmed two tornadoes touched down in Breckinridge County during severe weather overnight from June 21 into June 22.

NWS Louisville Lead Forecaster Brian Schoettmer said the tornadoes were part of a larger supercell that brought several tornadoes through the area. One of the tornadoes touched down near Mystic.

“It was on the ground for just a short period of time, and it was rated an EF0 at 85 miles per hour, which is at the top end of the EF0 range,” Schoettmer said.

The second touchdown was just west of Irvington and was rated stronger.

“It was rated at EF1, 100 miles per hour, and they were just ten minutes apart, so pretty close together in time frame and in distance as well,” Schoettmer said.

Schoettmer said some structures were damaged and some large trees were snapped, which is typical for this level of storm.

He said the tornadoes are a reminder to have multiple methods of receiving alerts on inclement weather.

“A lot of people like to say they rely on outdoor sirens, but it’s important to differentiate that those are really just for folks outdoors,” Schoettmer said. “Those are not meant to be heard indoors, so it’s always good to have alerts set up on your phone, a NOAA weather radio, watch your local broadcast media, and weather apps. Those are all great ways to receive warnings.”

Schoettmer said to keep an eye on this weekend’s forecast as another round of severe storms and flooding threats may be seen.

Summer vacation is in full swing, but Hardin County Schools is already gearing up for the new school year as they have released the dates for the district’s open houses and Back to School Fests.

“The Back to School Fests are a wonderful opportunity for our community partners to come visit and share with families about the services that they offer that will help them navigate the school year, and make the school year a little bit easier for those families,” said HCS Community Relations Specialist John Wright.

Each district school will also host a traditional open house, an opportunity for parents and students to talk with teachers and administrators.

“It’s also a time for maybe a new student who hasn’t been in that school building, like a sixth grader or a ninth grader to a high school, someone who’s transitioning into that building to actually tour the building, get their feet wet in the building, and see just what kind of fun and how much fun that they will have during the upcoming school year,” Wright said.

The dates and times for each school can be found under the Quick Links tab at hardin.kyschools.us.