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Photographer's description:
A tornado cut a path across this retail center on
September 20, 2000. The tornado almost completely destroyed a tire
retail center, and cut a damage path across this strip mall next to Wal-Mart.
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Photographer |
Tom Johnstone, formerly NWS
Wilmington, OH |
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Date taken |
September 21, 2000 |
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Location |
Xenia, Ohio (Greene
County)
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Event |
Tornado damage |
Additional notes
The damage in this photo shows strong
EF2
or weak
EF3
damage. Generally winds of 125 to 145 mph will remove the roof
from a strip mall and cause its exterior walls to collapse.
Related NWS Product:
Tornado Warning
Safety Note: Large retail centers can be dangerous places to be
when a tornado strikes, since the large open space makes it easy for the
structure to collapse. If you are working or shopping in one of
these stores when a tornado warning is issued, get to a small, interior
room such as a bathroom, storage closet or office. It is important
to remain calm and be aware of others around you, since panic can spread
easily in crowded areas.
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