When was Super Tuesday tornado outbreak?
When was Super Tuesday tornado outbreak?
February 5, 20082008 Super Tuesday tornado outbreak / Start date
On this day 14 years ago, many across northern Alabama were awakened by thunderstorm activity during the early morning hours of a Tuesday. A series of supercell thunderstorms moved through the Mid-South and Southeast February 5-6, 2008 producing severe storms that were capable of producing tornadoes.
How many tornadoes were in 2008?
There were 1,692 tornadoes confirmed in the United States in 2008, with 126 confirmed fatalities. This made 2008 the deadliest year in that country since 1998.
How long did the Super Tuesday tornado last?
15 hours, 20 minutes
A total of 57 people were killed across four states and 18 counties, with hundreds of others injured….2008 Super Tuesday tornado outbreak.
| Map of reported tornadoes (tornadoes in red) | |
|---|---|
| Max. rating1 | EF4 tornado |
| Duration of tornado outbreak2 | 15 hours, 20 minutes |
| Fatalities | 57 fatalities (+4 non-tornadic), 425 injuries |
| Damage | $1.2 billion (2008 USD) |
How many people died in the 2008 Super Tuesday tornado outbreak?
57 fatalities
Damage from tornadoes was estimated at over $500 million (2008 USD)….2008 Super Tuesday tornado outbreak.
| Map of reported tornadoes (tornadoes in red) | |
|---|---|
| Duration of tornado outbreak2 | 15 hours, 20 minutes |
| Fatalities | 57 fatalities (+4 non-tornadic), 425 injuries |
| Damage | $1.2 billion (2008 USD) |
| Areas affected | Southern United States, Lower Ohio River Valley |
Why is Super Tuesday Significant?
Super Tuesday is the United States presidential primary election day in February or March when the greatest number of U.S. states hold primary elections and caucuses. Approximately one-third of all delegates to the presidential nominating conventions can be won on Super Tuesday, more than on any other day.