Corry Family Recalls Deadly 1985 Tornado 40 Years Later

Corry family recalls deadly 1985 tornado 40 years later

Thursday night, we continued with our series of stories looking back at the devastating tornadoes that swept through our area 40 years ago. Back in May of 1985. Many remember the death and catastrophic destruction that impacted the town of Albion. But there were other communities that felt the deadly storm's impact as well. And now we move to eastern Erie County for the other EF-4 tornado that hit Erie County. I call it a tornado. It was more ru…

Farrell couple tells story of survival and loss 40 years after deadly tornado

FARRELL, Pa. (WKBN) - This Saturday marks 40 years since one of the deadliest tornado outbreaks in U.S. history. On May 31, 1985, a powerful F-5 tornado tore through parts of Ohio and Pennsylvania, leaving a path of devastation and heartbreak in its wake. One of the hardest-hit communities was Farrell, Pennsylvania, where lives were changed forever in just a matter of seconds. Gerald "Bugs" Multari survived the storm, but lost a dear friend. Mul…

Forest, McKean, and Crawford Counties Observe 40 Years Since 1985 Tornadoes – Knowhere News

It has been 40 years since a series of powerful tornadoes tore through parts of western Pennsylvania, leaving behind a path of destruction and memories that remain vivid for many residents. Forest, McKean, and Crawford Counties were among the hardest hit during the historic May 31, 1985, tornado outbreak—one of the deadliest in Pennsylvania’s history. On that evening, 43 tornadoes touched down across the northeastern United States and Canada. In…

Grand Valley to commemorate 40th anniversary of tornado

By Paula Brown The Town of Grand Valley will be marking the anniversary of a tornado that swept through and devastated the community 40 years ago. The Town will host a commemorative event on Saturday, May 31, from 3 to 6 p.m., at the Grand Valley and District Community Centre, located at 90 Main St. N. “Join us in remembrance and reflection as we mark 40 years since the devastating tornado, that forever changed our community,” reads an announcem…