OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (KFOR) – The Oklahoma Historical Society is giving Oklahoman’s a great moment in historical memorabilia showcasing America’s first tornado forecast March 25, 1948.

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According to the Oklahoma Historical Society the forecast was done by two officers at the base after it was struck by a tornado. The Base Commanders asked the officers to determine if they could make a forecast. The officers did which laid the groundwork for future warning systems that are still seen today including the doppler and radar.

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