On May 31, 1985 a violent F4 tornado tore through Moshannon State Forest in central Pennsylvania. The tornado, which was over 2 miles wide at times, obliterated tens of thousands of trees along its 69 mile long path but caused no deaths or injuries.
Most injuries in a tornado are caused by flying debris.
Most tornado injuries are caused by debris carried or thrown by the tornado.
Most deaths and injuries of a tornado are the result of people being hit by flying or falling debris.
Yes. It is not uncommon for a tornado to cause injuries.
Yes. Tornadoes do occur in Japan, and contrary to popular belief, tornadoes can and do strike major cities.
It is possible for a tornado to strike Foxboro, MA, but there is no way of knowing for certain if it will happen.
The Joplin tornado struck the city of Joplin, Missouri.
there were 2,027 injuries from the Tri-State tornado.
Yes. While hundreds of people were killed by tornadoes in 2011, thousands survived with injuries and tens of thousands were impacted but escaped direct harm. Here are the statistics: Total tornadoes: 1,692 Killer tornadoes: 59 Tornado deaths: 553 Tornado injuries: ~5,500 If you are referring to a particular tornado, here are the three most significant: Joplin tornado Deaths: 158 Injuries: ~1,150 (estimated 17,000 impacted) Tuscaloosa-Birmingham tornado Deaths: 64 Injuries: ~1,500 Hacklburg-Phil Campbell etc. Deaths: 72 Injuries: 146
Most deaths and injuries in a tornado are the result of flying debris.
There are usually several dozen tornado outbreaks in various parts of the country each year with a few of those being major.
Yes. A tornado can easily injure or kill you. Some injuries may have lasting effects.