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4 of the Worst Thanksgiving Winter Storms in U.S. History

Alexis Thornton

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Thanksgiving isn’t always warm memories — sometimes it’s whiteouts and chaos. Here are four of the worst Thanksgiving storms to ever hit the U.S. (Adobe Stock)

Thanksgiving, a time when families come together to give thanks and indulge in hearty feasts, is typically synonymous with warmth, laughter, and cherished memories. However, Mother Nature doesn't always adhere to our holiday plans.

In the records of American history, Thanksgiving has occasionally found itself at the mercy of formidable storms, turning festive gatherings into tales of resilience.

Let's delve into the icy depths and turbulent winds that have disrupted the tranquility of this celebrated occasion.

Thanksgiving Day Tornado Outbreak of 1926

Damage resulting from the tornado outbreak in Heber Springs (Cleburne County); 1926. From the Disasters photograph collection, courtesy of the Butler Center for Arkansas Studies, Central Arkansas Library System

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