First F3/EF3 in DE since 1961; I should note that the rating of the 1961 tornado is debatable and considered "minimal F2" by Grazulis. A 1944 F3 produced only F1 damage in Delaware so the Bridgeville tornado is probably the strongest ever recorded in the state.Bridgeville, Delaware tornado rated EF-3, with 140 mph peak winds.