A deadly tornado that struck southeastern North Dakota in June has been upgraded to an EF5, with winds exceeding 200 mph. This marks the strongest classification of tornado and the first on American soil in 12 years, according to meteorologists. The Enderlin twister killed three people and caused extensive damage, including destroying farmsteads and tipping rail cars. The EF5 rating was determined after extensive analysis of the unprecedented destruction.

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