Hazard Score
361 Catastrophes Recorded
Olmsted County, Minnesota
3 Cities with a Population of 165,136, and 57,080 Households
Olmsted County in Minnesota faces a relatively low overall natural disaster and climate risk, with a risk score of 80.43 and a relatively low risk rating. The most significant risks in the area include hailstorms and thunderstorms, with hail events occurring 167 times and lightning strikes 853 times. These events have caused property damage and pose a moderate risk to the area. The county also experiences strong winds, with 134 wind events recorded, adding to the overall risk profile.
Specific climate factors for Olmsted County include its location in the Upper Midwest region, which experiences a continental climate with cold winters and warm summers. The county does not have coastlines or fault lines that significantly impact hazard risk. However, nearby features such as the Mississippi River and surrounding water bodies can contribute to flooding during heavy rainfall events. The county's flat terrain and lack of significant geological features also play a role in the overall hazard risk assessment.
Historically, Olmsted County has not experienced catastrophic natural disasters, but it is important to note that the area is not immune to severe weather events. With ongoing climate change, the frequency and intensity of natural disasters such as hailstorms, thunderstorms, and strong winds may increase in the future. It is crucial for residents and local authorities to stay prepared and proactive in mitigating the potential impacts of these hazards to ensure the safety and well-being of the community.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Low
Hurricane Risk: Very Low
Hail Risk: Low
Flood Risk: Low
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Low
HAZARDS
78
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
19
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
44
Hazard Shelters
11
Fire Stations
4
Hospitals
1
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Olmsted County, located in Minnesota, has a population of 165,136 with a population density of 252.2 people per square mile. The county has a diverse population, with 74.8% White, 4.2% Black, 2.1% Asian, and 3.7% Hispanic residents. The median age in Olmsted County is 36.3, with a slightly higher percentage of females (44.8%) compared to males (42.7%). The county has a relatively high average household size of 2.48, and 66.6% of households are occupied by families.
In terms of housing, Olmsted County has 60,495 housing units, with a homeownership rate of 70.7% and a vacancy rate of 5.6%. The county also has a significant number of farms, with 1,150 farms in 2012 and 1,139 farms in 2017. The average farm size has increased from 230 acres in 2012 to 251 acres in 2017, while the total crop acres have also seen an increase from 209,399 acres in 2012 to 239,087 acres in 2017. In comparison to other counties in Minnesota, Olmsted County stands out for its relatively high population density, diverse population, and strong agricultural industry.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Hailstorm
2020-09-24
Hailstorm
2020-06-28
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2019-09-02
Hailstorm
2019-07-20
Tornado
2019-06-04
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2019-06-04
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2019-05-05
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2018-09-04
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2018-06-15
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2018-06-15
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2018-05-29
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2018-05-29
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2018-05-29
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2018-05-29
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2018-05-29
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2018-05-29
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2018-05-29
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2018-05-29
Tornado
2017-07-19
Tornado
2017-06-28
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2017-06-28
Tornado
2017-06-28
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2017-06-16
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2017-06-16
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2017-06-16
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2017-06-16
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2017-06-16
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2017-04-09
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2017-03-06
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2016-09-21
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2015-06-29
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2015-06-29
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2015-05-07
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2015-05-03
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2015-05-03
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2014-08-18
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2014-08-18
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2014-06-16
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2014-06-10Hailstorm
2014-05-08
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2014-05-08
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2014-05-08
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2013-06-22
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2013-06-21
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2013-06-21
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2013-06-21
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2013-05-31
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2013-05-31
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2013-05-31
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2013-05-31
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2013-05-31
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2013-05-25Hailstorm
2012-05-26
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2012-05-26
Flooding
Heavy Rain And Snow
2011-03-07Tornado
2010-08-13
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2010-08-13
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2010-08-13
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2010-06-26
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2010-06-26
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2010-06-17
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2010-06-17
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2010-05-25
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2010-05-25
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2009-07-24
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2009-07-24
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2009-07-24
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2009-07-21
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2009-04-24
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2009-04-24
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2009-04-24
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2008-08-27
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2008-08-14
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2008-07-15
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2008-07-10
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2008-05-31
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2008-05-30
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2008-05-30
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2008-05-30
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2008-05-30
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2008-05-06
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2007-08-16Hailstorm
2007-08-14
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2007-08-11
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2007-06-21
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2006-10-04
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2006-08-24
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2006-07-19
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2005-03-30
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2004-06-08
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2001-06-11
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2001-06-11
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2001-05-01
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2001-05-01
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2000-05-17
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1999-07-08
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1999-06-08
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1999-05-16
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1999-05-16
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1998-06-26
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1998-06-26
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1998-06-24
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1998-06-24
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1998-05-18
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1998-05-18
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1998-05-15
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1998-03-29
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1998-03-29
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1998-03-29
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1997-07-16
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1997-07-05
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1997-07-05
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1997-06-28
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1997-06-05
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1997-06-05
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1997-03-22Hailstorm
1996-06-29
Tornado
1995-08-13
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1995-08-13
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1994-07-30
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1994-07-30
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1994-07-30
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1994-05-30
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1994-05-30
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1993-06-08
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1993-06-08
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1992-05-16
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1992-05-16
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1991-05-27
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1991-05-27
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1991-05-27
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1990-03-13
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1989-08-04
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1989-08-04
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1989-05-24
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1988-06-14
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1985-08-09
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1985-07-09
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1984-06-07
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1983-07-17
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1982-07-25
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1982-05-17
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1982-05-17
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1981-04-29
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1981-04-29
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1981-04-29
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1981-04-03
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1981-04-03
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1980-07-11
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1980-06-05
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1980-06-05
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1980-06-05
Tornado
1979-07-03
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1979-06-28
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1979-06-04
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1978-07-05
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1978-06-30
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1978-06-30
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1977-07-30
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1977-06-04
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1974-06-20
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1974-06-20
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1974-06-20
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1974-06-18
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1974-06-18
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1974-06-09
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1974-06-03
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1973-09-26
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1973-07-03
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1972-08-20
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1971-07-12
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1971-06-10
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1971-06-07
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1971-06-07
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1970-08-11
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1970-06-13
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1970-05-22
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1970-05-22
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1968-08-16
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1968-06-10
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1967-04-30
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1967-04-30
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1967-04-30
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1966-08-07
Tornado
1966-06-25
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1965-07-18
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1965-07-15
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1965-05-05
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1965-05-03
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1964-11-03
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1964-05-25
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1964-04-13
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1963-08-16
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1963-07-16
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1963-06-08
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1962-10-04
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1962-09-16
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1962-09-16
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1962-06-17
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1962-06-17
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1962-05-22
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1962-05-22
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1961-08-04
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1961-08-04
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1961-07-04
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1961-06-10
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1959-08-16
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1959-05-10
Tornado
1956-06-30