On this date in weather history - November 15th

Author: Trent Aric, Local 10 Chief Meteorologist, taric@local10.com
Published On: Nov 15 2012 10:51:37 PM EST   Updated On: Nov 16 2012 05:38:08 PM EST
MIAMI -

On this date in 1988, two F2 tornadoes ripped through central Arkansas, knocking out power to many people. One of the tornadoes hit a high school gym in Van Buren County. Fortunately, the gym was deserted because the basketball team was at an away game.

THURSDAY'S WEATHER EXTREMES:
   HIGHEST TEMPERATURE (DEGREES F).........................82 Miami, Fla.
   HIGHEST HEAT INDEX (DEGREES F)..........................82 Miami, Fla.
   LOWEST TEMPERATURE (DEGREES F)..........................1 Alamosa, Colo.
   LOWEST WIND CHILL (DEGREES F)...........................-41 Anaktuvuk Pass, Alaska
   HIGHEST WIND GUST (MPH).................................131 Norwood, Mass.
   HIGHEST PRECIPITATION (INCHES)..........................2.05 Camden, S.C.
  

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