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How strong was Sicily's tornado?
Tornado strength is measured using the Enhanced Fujita (EF) Scale, which assesses damage rather than direct wind speed. An EF0 causes light damage, while an EF5 causes incredible destruction. Without a specific EF rating, it's hard to say exactly how strong Sicily's tornado was, but the injuries and building damage suggest it was significant.
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