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Tornadoes of 1973
TimespanJanuary 18 - December 31, 1973
Maximum rated tornadoF5 tornado
Tornadoes in U.S.1102
Damage (U.S.)>$1 billion
Fatalities (U.S.)89
Fatalities (worldwide)>89

This page documents the tornadoes and tornado outbreaks of 1973, 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.

Synopsis

1973 was the most active tornado year since 1967, seeing over 1,100 tornadoes. Deaths were exceptionally above average, and there were over 2,200 injuries.

Events

United States yearly total

Confirmed tornadoes by Fujita rating
FU F0 F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 Total
0 219 497 301 71 13 1 1102