Tornadoes Touch Down In Northern California, Cause Some Damage

Los Angeles Times - Top News, Los Angeles Times
Thu, 05/26/2011 - 8:06am

At least two tornadoes touched down near Chico in Northern California on Wednesday, causing some damage to structures but no injuries.

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