Claremore Tornado History
The Claremore tornado was a violent and destructive tornado that struck the town of Claremore, Oklahoma, on May 3, 1999. The tornado was rated F4 on the Fujita scale, with winds estimated to have reached 260 mph (418 km/h). It traveled a path of 16.5 miles (26.6 km) and caused widespread damage and loss of life.
Impact of the Tornado, Claremore tornado
The Claremore tornado caused extensive damage to the town, destroying or damaging over 1,000 homes and businesses. The tornado also killed three people and injured dozens more. The damage caused by the tornado was estimated to be in the millions of dollars.
