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September 1927 Multi-State Tornado Outbreak

On Thursday, September 29, 1927, a multi-state tornado outbreak struck portions of the central USA with at least 15 significant tornadoes across Oklahoma, Arkansas, … September 1927 Multi-State Tornado OutbreakRead more

by admin•September 29, 1927July 25, 2026
January 1917 Tornado Destroys Oklahoma Choctaw Indian School
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January 1917 Tornado Destroys Oklahoma Choctaw Indian School

On Thursday, January 4, 1917 a tornado touched down in the small community of Vireton, once located north of McAlester in Pittsburg County, southeastern … January 1917 Tornado Destroys Oklahoma Choctaw Indian SchoolRead more

by admin•January 4, 1917July 25, 2026
January 1898 Nighttime Tornado Strikes Fort Smith and Van Buren
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January 1898 Nighttime Tornado Strikes Fort Smith and Van Buren

On Tuesday, January 11, 1898, a powerful tornado swept through western Arkansas, striking Fort Smith and Van Buren. The storm claimed 52 lives in … January 1898 Nighttime Tornado Strikes Fort Smith and Van BurenRead more

by admin•January 11, 1898July 25, 2026

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