While a ferocious blizzard is moving across the country, meanwhile:
Tornado Hits Mobile, Ala.; 'Severe Damage' Confirmed
http://www.weather.com/news/mobile-tornado-20121220
"A confirmed tornado touched down in Mobile, Ala. Thursday morning, causing damage to buildings and flipping cars.
Police say the tornado, confirmed by the National Weather Service after an initial survey of damaged areas, caused no injuries. Damage was concentrated on the west and northwest sides of the city of Mobile. Cars were flipped at a Mercedes-Benz dealership, and there were reports of "severe damage to residences and businesses" near Union and Springhill Avenues. Windows were broken out at a fast-food restaurant, and at least one gas leak was reported.,,,"