From Nick Saban to a Hackleburg human cross, Alabama marks April 27, 2011 tornadoes anniversary
Nick Saban, upper left, remembered the April 27, 2011 tornadoes as did those in Tuscaloosa, Concord, Hackleburg and other communities. (Danielle Kimbrough / Alabama NewsCenter, UA Athletics, Pikeville Drone Services, Madison Scales Williams)
It’s been a decade since 62 tornadoes raked through Alabama, taking lives, leveling homes and businesses and creating physical and emotional wounds that are burned into the memories of survivors.
There were events, gatherings and personal remembrances throughout Alabama Tuesday, the 10th anniversary of the April 27, 2011 tornadoes. The devastation can’t be forgotten, but the assistance and kindness in the immediate aftermath and the resiliency shown in the years since are the greatest testaments to that day.
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Alabama coach Nick Saban remembers April 27, 2011 Tuscaloosa tornado from Alabama NewsCenter on Vimeo.
Mayor Woodfin and Councilor Hilliard stood with the family of Bessie Reynolds Brewster, who died in Pratt City during…
Posted by City of Birmingham Government on Tuesday, April 27, 2021
A Day of Reflection: Today we look back on the nightmare that was April 27, 2011. We remember the lives lost & all those…
Posted by US National Weather Service Birmingham Alabama on Tuesday, April 27, 2021
Ten years ago today, this was our view from our @finebaum studio window. We watched as the EF-4 tornado left Tuscaloosa County and entered Bham city limits. @spann pic.twitter.com/3X0rq3mah0
— Pat Smith (@patsmithradio) April 27, 2021
Here is tonight’s WeatherBrains special look back at the generational tornado outbreak of April 27, 2011 if you missed it. Many old friends, great to be with them again. So many stories: https://t.co/NqPCScfNrx
— James Spann (@spann) April 27, 2021
Today, on the 10th anniversary of the devastating tornadoes that rocked our state, we remember the thousands of…
Posted by Alabama National Guard on Tuesday, April 27, 2021
Today marks 10 years since the deadly EF-4 tornado destroyed our EMA building and changed Tuscaloosa forever. As we reflect on the devastation that struck our city and nearby areas on April 27th, we honor the victims and first responders. #NeverForget #TuscaloosaStrong pic.twitter.com/97kWpWUozm
— TuscaloosaCountyEMA (@TuscaloosaCoEMA) April 27, 2021
In honor of the seven lives lost in Concord, Alabama on April 27, 2011. 💖 @spann pic.twitter.com/bqJB0tvcQY
— Madison Scales Williams (@madisonbreann7) April 28, 2021
A Day of Reflection: Today we look back on the nightmare that was April 27, 2011. We remember the lives lost & all those impacted, but also reflect on how far we’ve come in the past 10 yrs. Let’s strive to make Alabama a more resilient state! https://t.co/1wgEZOHc5x #27April10yr pic.twitter.com/vwyFSAKCUf
— NWS Huntsville (@NWSHuntsville) April 27, 2021
Ten years ago, our communities endured one of the worst #tornado outbreaks in history.
We remember those who were lost. We recognize the heroism of those who led rescues and recovery. And we remain committed to serving our communities at all times. #ALwx #April27th @askRegions pic.twitter.com/ASSPtHFdsk
— Regions News (@RegionsNews) April 27, 2021
The April 27, 2011 Historic Event, 10 Years Later
Tracks placed end to end for tornadoes that occurred in Alabama total length was approximately 1300 miles. That’s the driving distance from Birmingham to Boston!
Learn more at https://t.co/QdqFT3R2Eu pic.twitter.com/WpyeYY7VOx
— Alabama EMA (@AlabamaEMA) April 27, 2021
On April 27, 2011, over 300 tornados ripped through the TVA service region, causing widespread destruction – including 107 high-voltage lines damaged.
We look back at the day that changed our region and what it took to get the power back on.#PublicPower pic.twitter.com/Lcy0JfWhp8— Tennessee Valley Authority (@TVAnews) April 27, 2021
Hackleburg Human Cross honoring April 27th victims on 10 year anniversary. @spann pic.twitter.com/FiFsRioUM5
— Pikeville Drone Services (@PikevilleDrone) April 27, 2021
Alabama
58 Tornadoes
238 Fatalities
Notable Tornadoes: Cullman (EF4),Phil Campbell/Hackleburg (EF5), Condova (EF4), Flat Rock (EF4), Tuscaloosa (EF4), Rainsville (EF5), Shoal Creek Valley (EF4), Lake Martin (EF4) pic.twitter.com/SSCldkAoZA— Thee Tornadorologist (@tornadorologist) April 27, 2021
