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10 tornado facts you might not know
« on: February 16, 2023, 09:00:41 am »
10 tornado facts you might not know
Tornadoes are some of Mother Nature’s most destructive forces - swirling massive columns of air that can pack ferocious winds of up to 300 mph.

By Ashley Williams, AccuWeather staff writer

Updated Feb 13, 2023 2:40 PM EST
 
Peak tornado season starts in the spring, so it’s important to be prepared and separate the facts from the potentially deadly myths.

Tornadoes are some of Mother Nature’s most destructive forces.

Capable of flattening entire neighborhoods and taking many lives, these massive, swirling columns of air pack winds that can reach speeds of up to 300 mph.

Below are 10 facts about these dangerous natural occurrences.

1. 1925's Tri-State Tornado is considered the deadliest in U.S. history.

https://www.accuweather.com/en/severe-weather/10-tornado-facts-you-might-not-know/350390
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