Tornadoes
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Recap of the Dramatic Jan. 27-31, 2013, Storm
By Alex Sosnowski published
From snow to flooding, temperatures extremes, damaging winds and deadly tornadoes, this storm system had it all. This story recaps the dramatic events of the midweek storm.

Lightning Flash from Severe Storms Seen from Space
By Andrea Thompson published
Flash came from storms sweeping across eastern U.S.

What's the Deadliest Natural Phenomenon?
By Live Science Staff published
Hurricanes may have a ferocious bark, but the bite of floods and droughts is worse.

Tornado Alley Map, Stats (Infographic)
By Ross Toro published
More than a thousand tornadoes strike the U.S. annually.

2012 Could Break Record for Fewest Tornadoes
By Douglas Main published
There have been 888 twisters this year, compared to 1,691 in 2011.

Rare September Tornado Hits Near Pittsburgh, Pa.
By Accuweather.com published
While only minimal damage was sustained, no warning was released.

Why US Is in Historic 'Tornado Drought'
By Douglas Main published
There have been fewer than 300 tornadoes since mid-April.
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