Today was the 58^th Anniversary of a massive, then an F4 tornado (original Fujita scale) that did devastating damage in the community of Oak Lawn, IL. The tornado left a 16-mile long path of over 200 yards wide and an unfortunate 33 casualties total, and a loss of over 100 homes (including on of my family members), devastating damage to a high school near the close of a school day on that Friday afternoon–and more. I therefore am providing tips and pointers on being prepared!

Image courtesy of National Weather Service

Diagram Image: One of the worst tornado outbreaks for northern IL with three F4s devastates Belvidere, Lake Zurich, & Oak Lawn, IL – Weather Forecast Office in Chicago, IL

Image courtesy of Northern Illinois University’s research website

Damage Photo: One of the worst tornado outbreaks for northern IL with three F4s devastates Belvidere, Lake Zurich, & Oak Lawn, IL

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Photo showing the actual tornado as it approaches the E. J. Korvettes shopping center parking lot then located on the southwest side, near the intersection of 87th Street & Cicero Avenue on the Oak Lawn side in Illinois

.See Video on YouTube:

Video showing how devastating the monster tornado was. My (Jerry’s) hair still stand up on this one!

THE 57^th ANNIVERSARY: OAK LAWN TORNADO

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When Disaster Strikes, Recovery Starts With Resources:
Safety is the upmost important factor in any disaster. Once disaster strikes, the outcome of recovery both financially and just in general can be very disastrous in itself. I am reaching out to give Resources For Recovery information, should a disaster of any type strike, so that the information is available to you, for your reference. So here is my article: The Danger of Tornadoes ’23 – Spring & Summer Weather Series + Resources

See Tips: Preparedness Before, During & After a Tornado:

The Danger of Tornadoes ’25 – Spring & Summer Weather Series + Resources