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4 of the Worst Thanksgiving Winter Storms in U.S. History

Alexis Thornton

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Thanksgiving, a time when families come together to give thanks and indulge in hearty feasts, is typically synonymous with warmth, laughter, and cherished memories. However, Mother Nature doesn't always adhere to our holiday plans.

In the records of American history, Thanksgiving has occasionally found itself at the mercy of formidable storms, turning festive gatherings into tales of resilience.

Let's delve into the icy depths and turbulent winds that have disrupted the tranquility of this celebrated occasion.

Thanksgiving Day Tornado Outbreak of 1926

On Thanksgiving Day in 1926, a peculiar and devastating weather twist unfolded across the Southern United States. For six harrowing hours, 14 tornadoes swept through sections of the South, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake.


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