A rare tornado struck Bouctouche, New Brunswick, on this day in weather history, marking Canada's 10th deadliest tornado in recorded history (ca.news.yahoo.com). The storm, which hit the coastal town on a Saturday, caused significant damage and resulted in at least 10 fatalities. Emergency services were quickly deployed to the area, with local authorities confirming the death toll and beginning recovery efforts.
The tornado, which was classified as an EF2, touched down in the early afternoon and remained on the ground for several minutes before dissipating. Residents reported hearing a loud roar before the storm hit, with some describing the scene as chaotic. The National Weather Service issued a tornado warning hours before the storm made landfall, giving residents time to seek shelter.
Authorities are still assessing the full extent of the damage, with reports indicating that several homes and businesses were destroyed. The incident has sparked a renewed call for improved weather forecasting and emergency preparedness in the region. Officials are expected to release more details in the coming days as the community begins to recover.
