Significant tornadoes in Massachusetts
The June 1, 2011 tornado was not the only damaging tornado to hit Massachusetts. Here is a look back at some significant twisters that have touched down in our region.
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1953- Worcester Tornado
One of the 25 deadliest tornadoes in the history of the United States, the Worcester Tornado of June 9, 1953. The F-4 twister first touched down in Barre, and traveled a total of 47 miles, through the city of Worcester, before finally dissipating in Framingham. At least 90 people were killed. This AP photo shows then-Senator John F. Kennedy surveying devastation in Shrewsbury.
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Related: June 1 Tornado News
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