Where did the May 22, 2011 tornado tragedy occur?

Where did the May 22, 2011 tornado tragedy occur?

• A. Joplin, MO
• B. Oklahoma City, OK
• C. Topeka, KS
• D. Memphis, TN

Answer: (A)

That date is tied to a devastating tornado that struck Joplin, Missouri. It was a violent, high-end EF5 tornado that caused massive damage across the city and led to a large number of deaths and injuries, making it one of the deadliest single-tornado events in U.S. history. The destruction occurred during a broad outbreak across the central United States, which is why the event is so well remembered. The other cities listed have experienced major tornado events as well, but not on that May 22 date.

That date is tied to a devastating tornado that struck Joplin, Missouri. It was a violent, high-end EF5 tornado that caused massive damage across the city and led to a large number of deaths and injuries, making it one of the deadliest single-tornado events in U.S. history. The destruction occurred during a broad outbreak across the central United States, which is why the event is so well remembered. The other cities listed have experienced major tornado events as well, but not on that May 22 date.