In the United States, tornadoes in central Florida destroy or damage 2,600 structures and kill 42 people.

1998 Kissimmee tornado outbreak

Tornado outbreak in Central Florida, US, on February 22–23, 1998

On February 21–23, 1998, a devastating tornado outbreak affected portions of the Southeastern United States, primarily the U.S. state of Florida. It was the deadliest tornado event in Florida history. In all, 15 tornadoes touched down, one of which was long lived and tracked for…