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148 Tornadoes in 18 Hours (Replay)

Apr 3, 2023
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ANECDOTE

Tornadoes Pick Up Strange Objects

  • Tornadoes can pick up and carry heavy objects like vehicles, animals, and even mattresses.
  • This creates strange phenomena, such as reports of alligators falling from the sky during tornadoes.
INSIGHT

Radar Limits and Warning Delays

  • In 1974, radar technology showed storms as blobs, limiting tornado detection effectiveness.
  • Multiple tornadoes on April 3 overwhelmed warnings, causing delays and communication backlogs.
ANECDOTE

Storm Interrupts Job Interview

  • During a job interview, Greg Forbes witnessed a rotating thunderstorm overhead, leading to a rare rooftop observation.
  • The event included hail the size of golf balls, which Dr. Fujita collected for a cocktail later.
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