April 2011 Tornado Outbreak

The April 2011 Tornado Outbreak was a significant weather event that occurred from April 25 to April 28, 2011, primarily affecting the southeastern United States. It resulted in a series of devastating tornadoes, with over 350 confirmed across several states, including Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee. The outbreak caused widespread destruction, claiming more than 300 lives and injuring thousands. In particular, Tuscaloosa, Alabama, and Joplin, Missouri, suffered catastrophic damage. This event highlighted the power of severe weather and the importance of emergency preparedness in tornado-prone regions. It remains one of the deadliest and costliest tornado events in U.S. history.