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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

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