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Scout survivors recount deadly Little Sioux tornado
Ethan Hessian, a 13 year old, describes the terrifying moment as windows shattered and the cabin roof collapsed during the Little Sioux Scout Ranch tornado. Forty-two were injured and four Scouts died. others helped check counts and provide CPR as staff and campers faced debris and chaos.
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Little Sioux
Lowa
Ethan Hession
Hessian
Little Sioux Scout Ranch
Red Team
Zach Jessen
Omaha
Hession
Jessen
Seven
Sue Ogracki
Daniel Kirchofer
Neb
Aaron Eiferts
Eagle Grove
Iowa
Josh Fennen
Sam Thomson
Ben Petrailka