The National Weather Service says a small tornado appeared to touch down just north of Richland, Washington on Tuesday afternoon.
People emailed photos and videos to the agency that show a rotating dark cloud column that appears to touch the ground.
Meteorologists checked radar images and saw possible evidence of a tornado between 2:30 and 2:45 p.m.
People in Benton City reported a hail storm and strong winds between 3 and 3:30 p.m.
There were no reports of injuries or damage. (AP, Tri-City Herald)
