First EF5 Tornado In A Decade Now Officially Confirmed
• North Dakota tornado upgraded to rare EF5 status, the first in over a decade.
• Tornado winds exceeded 210 mph, causing catastrophic damage and claiming three lives.
• The EF5 designation highlights the importance of tornado preparedness and safety measures.
Rare EF5 tornado hits North Dakota
A powerful tornado that struck eastern North Dakota in June has been officially upgraded to a rare EF5, marking the first such event in over a decade. The devastating twister, packing winds exceeding 210 mph, tragically claimed the lives of three individuals. Initially rated as an EF3, a thorough damage assessment revealed the intensity of the storm warranted the higher classification.
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