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Sauk Rapids, MN Tornado, Apr 1886

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On April 14, 1886 (4PM) the deadliest tornado in Minnesota history razed parts of St. Cloud and Sauk Rapids, leaving 72 dead and 213 injured. 11 members of a wedding party were killed including the bride and groom.

Minnesota Tornado History and Statistics
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