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The average tornado lasts about 15 minutes, but they can last anywhere from just a few seconds to several hours.

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HOW long did the pine lake tornado last?

It was on the ground for about 30 minutes.


How long did The Hallam Nebraska tornado of May 22 2004 last?

The Hallam tornado was on the ground for 1 hour and 35 minutes.


How long does a tornado last for landing in the ground?

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How long can tornadoes stay on the ground?

The average tornado lasts about 10 minutes. However, duration can vary greatly. Some tornadoes last only a few seconds. In rare cases a tornado can be on the ground for an hour of more. The infamous Tri-State tornado of 1925 is believed to have been on the ground for over three and a half hours.


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How long ago was the last tornado?

As of May 16, 2012 the last tornado was two days ago.


How long has the worst tornado stayed on ground?

The worst tornado in U.S. history, the Tri-State tornado of 1925, was on the ground for 3 hours and 29 minutes. The worst in world history, the Daulatput-Saturia tornado of 1989, had a path length of 50 miles but it is not known how long it was on the ground. However, given the path length it was probably on the ground for an hour to two hours.


How long do tornadoes stay on ground?

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How long does it take for a tornado to travel over land?

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How long does a tornado warning last?

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