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 Huntsville tornado damage | |
| Timespan | January–December 1989 |
|---|---|
| Maximum rated tornado | F4 tornado
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| Tornadoes in U.S. | 856[1] |
| Damage (U.S.) | unknown |
| Fatalities (U.S.) | 50[2] |
| Fatalities (worldwide) | >1,300 |
This page documents the tornadoes and tornado outbreaks of 1989, 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.
- ^ "U.S. Annual Tornado Maps (1952 - 2011): 1989 Tornadoes". Storm Prediction Center. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Retrieved May 16, 2015.
- ^ "Tornadoes in 1989". Tornado History Project. Retrieved May 16, 2015.