Tornadoes in the United States

Some of the most violent tornadoes carve scars across the landscape large enough to be visible from space.
Tornado Damage in Greenfield  
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Tornado Damage in Greenfield  

The destructive tornado destroyed homes, downed wind turbines and power lines, snapped trees, and shredded roofs.

Published May 29, 2024

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Tornado Razes a Path Through Wynne
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Tornado Razes a Path Through Wynne

A path of destruction across the Arkansas town is visible to Landsat after another tornado outbreak swept across parts the U.S.

Published Apr 3, 2023

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Tornado Leaves Path of Destruction in Mississippi
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Tornado Leaves Path of Destruction in Mississippi

A deadly tornado left a 29-mile-long path near Winona, which is visible in satellite images.

Published Mar 27, 2023

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A Tornado Scars Selma
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A Tornado Scars Selma

Thunderstorms swept across the U.S. Southeast in January 2023, spawning numerous twisters that left lengthy paths of damage.

Published Jan 19, 2023

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Tornado Damage in Texas
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Tornado Damage in Texas

The twister tore roofs off homes and flattened forests as winds raged to speeds of 170 miles per hour.

Published Nov 8, 2022

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