Tornadoes of 1987

Tornadoes of 1987
F4 tornado that struck Edmonton, Alberta
TimespanJanuary–December 1987
Maximum rated tornadoF4 tornado
Tornadoes in U.S.656[1]
Damage (U.S.)$407 million (1987 USD)
Fatalities (U.S.)59[2]
Fatalities (worldwide)>86

This page documents the tornadoes and tornado outbreaks of 1987, primarily in the United States. Most tornadoes form in the U.S., although some events may take place internationally. Tornado statistics for older years like this often appear significantly lower than modern years due to fewer reports or confirmed tornadoes.

  1. ^ "U.S. Annual Tornado Maps (1952 - 2011): 1987 Tornadoes". Storm Prediction Center. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Retrieved May 16, 2015.
  2. ^ "Tornadoes in 1987". Tornado History Project. Retrieved May 16, 2015.