Has a tornado ever hit a train?

A 2008 tornado in Northern Illinois derailed a Union Pacific train. Dramatic footage of the event was captured by a camera mounted on the train. On April 27, 2015, a severe storm knocked several double stack cars off the track as a train crossed the Huey P. Long Bridge, New Orleans, Louisiana, with no injuries.



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Excessively high winds, severe thunderstorms and tornado warnings can slow or stop train movement and result in delays. For Metra, operating procedure involves reducing speeds to 25 mph or less when passing through areas of extreme wind, severe thunderstorms or tornado warnings.

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Thankfully not. This article will help you understand how strong a tornado and its associated storms can be and what you can do to mitigate tornado damage to your home and property.

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Tornado Alley is expanding, scientists say The geographic location with the most frequent tornado activity tends to change year over year, Houser told ABC News. One year the Southeast may get slammed with tornadoes, while another year the activity could be concentrated further west, she added.

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