alabama tornado 2011

Obama: America Stands by Oklahoma for as Long as It Takes

President offers comfort, federal aid to tornado victims.
05/21/2013
Whirling Winds - The coming-severe-weather extending from south-central Oklahoma to south-central Kansas could include wind gusts of 55 to 75 mph and baseball-sized hail.(Photo: AP Photo/tornadovideo.net)

“Only Time Will Tell” With the Weather

Meteorologist explains why tornadoes are to be expected.
06/06/2011
Checking on Residents - Gov. Deval Patrick declared a state of emergency Wednesday evening, and in response to the declaration, the National Guard has called up approximately 1,000 troops to assist in rescue and response efforts. At least four people were killed and 200 people sought medical treatment for storm-related injuries. In this image, a police officer checks on residents in Springfield.(Photo: AP Photo/Jessica Hill)

Tornadoes Hit Massachusetts, Killing Four

The Bay State was hit by a series of killer tornadoes.
06/02/2011

Joplin’s Tornado Survivors Face New Trial

Surviving a twister is first of many hardships.
05/31/2011

You Never Know When a Tornado Could Hit

Joplin's mayor pro-tem discusses Sunday's deadly twister.
05/26/2011
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The Aftermath of Alabama Tornado

BET gives an in-depth look into the lives of those affected.
05/25/2011
Osama Bin Laden Killed - Osama bin Laden, the mastermind behind the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks was killed by U.S. On Sunday evening, the administration announced that 9/11 mastermind terrorist Osama bin Laden was killed in Pakistan by American forces in Pakistan. Americans across the country celebrated the death as security at U.S. embassies and public places in the U.S. was ramped up in preparation for possible retaliation attacks.(Photo: AP Photo/Al Jazeera, File)

Bring That Week Back: Week of April 26

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Alabama Woman Uses Facebook to Reunite Tornado Victims With Belongings

Facebook to the rescue for tornado victims.
04/29/2011

Obama to Survey Tornado's Devastation in Alabama

The president is moving quickly to provide federal relief.
04/29/2011
Storm Funnel - One of the hardest-hit areas was Tuscaloosa, a city of more than 83,000 and home to the University of Alabama. A massive tornado barreled through late Wednesday afternoon, leveling the city. <br><br>(Photo: AP Photo/The Tuscaloosa News, Dusty Compton)

Photos: Severe Storms Across the South

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