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202337 minPGdocumentary

4.5/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Natural Disasters

Tornades

202337 minPGdocumentary

4.5/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Tornado Alley faces annual devastation from tornadoes, prompting efforts by meteorologists and organizations to improve safety and preparedness.

Natural Disasters

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Annabelle Amoros

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Tornado Alley faces annual devastation from tornadoes, prompting efforts by meteorologists and organizations to improve safety and preparedness.

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Annabelle Amorosdirector

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Tornado Alley, a region in the central United States, faces annual tornado destruction. Meteorologists and the National Weather Service work to improve safety and preparedness for these storms. Meanwhile, storm chasers and media outlets capitalize on the spectacle of tornadoes. Through interviews and real-life footage, "Tornades" presents the effects of these storms on communities and their role in American culture. The documentary runs for 37 minutes and was directed by Annabelle Amoros in 2023.

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