Joplin marking 2nd anniversary of deadly EF-5 tornado

by Associated Press

Associated Press

Posted on May 22, 2013 at 9:05 AM

Updated today at 9:05 AM

JOPLIN, Mo. -- Joplin on Wednesday was set to mark the second anniversary of a tornado that killed 161 people and injured hundreds more.

The EF-5 tornado hit the southwest Missouri city on May 22, 2011, destroying thousands of homes and businesses.

On Wednesay, Joplin officials say tents will be set up throughout the city?s Cunningham Park. The tents will highlight efforts to restore various elements of the community, including its housing, schools, trees and businesses.

Starting around 4 p.m., representatives will be available in the tents to talk about the recovery work, progress and plans for the future.

A program will begin at 5 p.m. and conclude with a moment of silence at 5:41 p.m. That?s the time that the tornado touched down in the western limits of Joplin.

Here are a couple videos that show just how massive and devasting the tornado was when it hit.
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Source: http://www.kvue.com/news/208481051.html

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