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Yes. Tornadoes have occurred in all 50 states. Violent tornadoes are rare in West Virginia. The worst tornado in the state's history was an F4 that devastated the town of Shinnston on June 23, 1944, killing 100 people.

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yes not large ones but they do and can occur during severe weather.

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Will there be a tornado in WV?

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