Historical Events tagged with "f5tornado"

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Natural Disasters

F5 Tornado Strikes Plainfield and Joliet

August 28th, 1990 34 years ago

An F5 tornado descended upon the Illinois locales of Plainfield and Joliet, unleashing devastation and taking the lives of 29 individuals. Originating in the early evening, the tornado traveled a significant path, destroying homes and infrastructure in its wake. With winds estimated at over 261 mph, it left a lasting mark on the community, leading to extensive damage assessments and developments in tornado safety protocols.

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Natural Disasters

Deadly F5 Tornado Strikes Hudsonville and Standale

April 3rd, 1956 68 years ago

A devastating F5 tornado struck Hudsonville and Standale in Michigan, causing immense destruction and resulting in significant fatalities. This powerful tornado, characterized by wind speeds exceeding 261 miles per hour, left a path of devastation across the western half of Michigan's Lower Peninsula. Homes were flattened, and entire neighborhoods were obliterated. The event exemplified the extraordinary force of nature and led to a reassessment of tornado preparedness and response strategies in the region.

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