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This Day in Weather History: April 9th

A tornado is detected on radar for the first time on this date in 1953

Justin Horne, Weather Authority Meteorologist / Reporter

Published: April 9, 2020, 11:15 AM

Tags: ksatkids, weather history

It was on this date in 1953, that a tornado was detected on radar for the first time in Champaign, Illinois. It would later be known as a “hook echo".

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Justin Horne

Justin Horne is a meteorologist and reporter for KSAT 12 News. When severe weather rolls through, Justin will hop in the KSAT 12 Storm Chaser to safely bring you the latest weather conditions from across South Texas. On top of delivering an accurate forecast, Justin often reports on one of his favorite topics: Texas history.

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