Tragedy Strikes: Devastating Tornado Tears Through St. Louis
255 Lives Lost in Catastrophic Storm
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St. Louis, May 27, 1896 - A devastating tornado has left a trail of destruction and tragedy through the heart of St. Louis. At around 4:30 pm this afternoon, the violent storm ripped through the city, claiming the lives of an estimated 255 people.
Originating in the western suburbs, the tornado mercilessly tore through the city's urban landscape. Witnesses described scenes of unimaginable chaos and destruction as homes, businesses, and entire blocks were reduced to rubble.
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