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Indiana Tornadoes

Indiana averages 20 tornadoes per year. The state has been central to some of the largest tornado outbreaks in US history including 1965 Palm Sunday and 1974 Super Outbreak. Recent events include the 2012 Henryville EF4 that devastated the small town.

Indiana Tornado Statistics

Notable Indiana Tornado Events

April 11, 1965 Palm Sunday Outbreak

137 killed across Indiana. Multiple F4/F5 tornadoes struck the state. One of the deadliest days in Indiana history. Full story →

April 3-4, 1974 Super Outbreak

Multiple F4/F5 tornadoes crossed Indiana. 47 killed. Part of the largest tornado outbreak in modern US history. Full story →

March 2, 2012 Henryville EF4

Devastating EF4 struck Henryville and surrounding areas. 13 killed, extensive damage.

November 6, 2005 Van Wert Outbreak

F3 tornado struck Van Wert. Notable for the movie theater ceiling collapse.

Why Indiana?

Ohio Valley Corridor

Indiana sits in the Ohio Valley - a major tornado corridor for outbreaks.

Cold Front Track

Cold fronts frequently pass through Indiana during severe weather season.

Gulf Moisture Access

Southerly winds bring Gulf moisture into the state.

Historical Outbreak Corridor

Indiana has been in the path of the largest US tornado outbreaks.

Regional Indiana Risk

Southern Indiana

Louisville area, Evansville, Henryville. Highest tornado density in the state.

Central Indiana

Indianapolis, Muncie, Bloomington. Metro tornado corridor.

Northern Indiana

Fort Wayne, South Bend, Gary. Fewer tornadoes but severe when they occur.

Notable Indiana Cities

Warning Infrastructure

Indiana has comprehensive tornado preparedness:

Living in Indiana

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