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Today in History: Historic Tornado Leaves Deadly 219-Mile Path

3/18/2025

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On March 18, 1925, the Great Tri-State Tornado struck Eastern Missouri, Southern Illinois, and Southern Indiana, becoming the deadliest tornado in U.S. history. It killed 695 people and injured over 2,000, causing catastrophic damage across multiple towns. The tornado traveled over 219 miles, marking one of the longest continuous tracks ever recorded.

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On March 18, 1925, the Great Tri-State Tornado struck Eastern Missouri, Southern Illinois, and Southern Indiana, becoming the deadliest tornado in U.S. history. It killed 695 people and injured over 2,000, causing catastrophic damage across multiple towns. The tornado traveled over 219 miles, marking one of the longest continuous tracks ever recorded.