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Widest tornado

The current widest tornado record is 2.6 miles, held by 2013 El Reno tornado, set on May 31, 2013. Last checked October 10, 2026.

2.6

miles

2013 El Reno tornado

El Reno, Oklahoma, United States, 2013

Holder
2013 El Reno tornado
Record
2.6 miles
Metric
4.18 km
Exact figure
4.18 km (2.6 mi) wide
Location
El Reno, Oklahoma, United States
Date set
May 31, 2013
Recognized by
World Meteorological Organization
Last checked
October 10, 2026

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