March 2–3, 2012 tornado outbreak facts for kids

The March 2–3, 2012 tornado outbreak was a series of powerful tornadoes that hit parts of the Southern United States and the Ohio Valley region. These storms caused a lot of damage and were very strong.

What Was the 2012 Tornado Outbreak?

The March 2–3, 2012 tornado outbreak was a major weather event. Many tornadoes formed over two days. They caused widespread damage across several states.

Where Did the Tornadoes Hit?

These tornadoes struck several states. They hit areas in the Southern United States. The storms also affected the Ohio Valley region. States like Ohio and Kentucky were impacted.

How Strong Were the Tornadoes?

Some of the tornadoes were very powerful. Two of them were rated as EF4 on the Enhanced Fujita Scale. This scale measures how strong tornadoes are. An EF4 tornado is considered very destructive.

What Was the Impact?

The storms caused significant damage to homes and buildings. Sadly, 43 people lost their lives during this outbreak. Many communities worked hard to recover from the damage.

Images for kids

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  Aerial view of EF4 damage from the tornado in Henryville.

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  Aerial view of high-end EF3 damage in Marysville.