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Four Die as Iowa Tornadoes Rake Manson and Algona
Tornadoes across northern and central Iowa killed four people and injured about 70 as 40 twisters knocked down trees and destroyed homes and businesses in six communities. In Manson four were killed and 24 businesses plus 100 homes were heavily damaged. in Algona a 100 block area and shopping center were hit, with ten hospitalized. Two 26 000 gallon tanks of anhydrous ammonia ruptured near Renwick, forcing evacuations. residents began returning as tanks were sealed.
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Manson, Iowa
Iowa Plains
Iowa
National Guard
Manson
Algona
Minnesota
North Dakota
Colorado
Arkansas
John Ewing
Ewing
Harold Ricklefs
Fort Dodge
Ricklefs
Twisters
Renwick