On May 21, 2024, an EF4 tornado struck Greenfield, Iowa (population ~1,900). The storm killed 5 people, injured 35, and damaged approximately 90% of buildings in the small town. Peak winds reached 185 mph.
Date: May 21, 2024
Rating: EF4
Killed: 5
Injured: 35
Peak winds: 185 mph
Path width: 800 yards
Community impact: 90% of buildings damaged
Small town nearly destroyed
Downtown Greenfield leveled
Homes swept from foundations in some cases
Churches and businesses destroyed
Historic town severely damaged
Federal disaster declaration
State emergency response
Community volunteer efforts
Multi-year rebuilding ongoing
State and federal aid coordination
Iowa averages 50+ tornadoes per year
Multiple significant historical events
May-June peak season
Rural community vulnerability demonstrated
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