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Tornado defense ideas from the late 19th century
A professor proposes defensive measures against tornadoes in the cyclone belt. He suggests dynamite barrier stations and tree belts to dissipate energy, noting past U.S. tornado losses and lessons from major storms. He argues for congressional study and forested barriers as cheaper protection than explosives.
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Hazen
Weather Bureau
St. Louis
Congress
United States
New York State
Pennsylvania
Wallingford
Conn
Grinnell
Iowa
Louisville