On May 3, 1999, Moore experienced the most violent tornado ever recorded.

The probability of a high intensity or violent tornado differs by location across the country.

The tornado was rated F4, and is among the most violent high-altitude tornadoes ever recorded.

This was the third violent tornado to hit Jackson in 10 years.

A violent tornado can destroy a house whether its windows are open or closed.

On March 3, 1966, the atmosphere over Mississippi was ripe for a violent tornado.

The last of the four violent tornadoes to form in Mississippi, this was the most damaging in the state.

The violent tornado destroyed most of the town, killing 34 people and injuring at least 70, many severely.

There was also a greater number of large and violent tornadoes in the Super Outbreak event.

The violent tornado killed 29 people and injured 353.