KSTP Coverage of 1968 Tracy Tornado |
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On a clear and sunny day 45 years ago, tragedy struck the tiny town of Tracy, Minn., about three hours southwest of the Twin Cities. After a severe storm rapidly developed, Minnesota's first EF-5 tornado in recorded history struck the town with devastating consequences. This KSTP-TV newscast from June 14, 1968, the day after the tornado, features former news anchor Bob Ryan and some amazing aerial news footage and eyewitness accounts.
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