#7: The First Tornado Caught on Camera

Kansas, often referred to as “Tornado Alley,” is renowned for being one of the U.S. states most susceptible to tornadoes. Given this notorious reputation, it must have been both awe-inspiring and nerve-wracking to capture the first known photograph of a tornado on April 26, 1884, in Anderson County, Kansas.

This image represents the intersection of curiosity, scientific discovery, and our relentless pursuit of understanding the natural world. It stands as a testament to the pioneering spirit of individuals willing to venture into the unknown to capture the incredible and unpredictable forces of nature, shedding light on the mysteries of tornadoes in a place where they were all too common.