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Monster from the Sky

May 11th, 1953, has been etched in the minds of Wacoans for 70 years.

Referred to as the “Monster from the Sky,” a powerful F-5 tornado struck the heart of downtown Waco aroun 4:40 p.m. on May 11, 1953, killing 114 and leaving another 600 injured.

Join us May 11th, 2023, from 6 p.m. – 7 p.m. on KWTX as we present “Monster from the Sky,” a one-hour commercial-free documentary telling the story of the Waco Tornado, 70-years later.

We’ll hear from residents who both witnessed the event and experienced the aftermath, and we’ll show how this devastating storm changed the landscape of downtown Waco.

Plus, we’ll view never before seen videos, and hear exclusive new stories.

It will be an experience you will not want to miss.

Special thanks to Texas Farm Bureau Insurance for making the telling of this historic event possible.

Monster from the Sky

Monster from the Sky

Visit to Texas Collections

Celebrating Texas Collections: 100 years of Texas History in Central Texas

Updated: May. 12, 2023 at 5:51 PM CDT
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By Gordon Collier
The Texas Collection was started in 1923, and it’s been housed in the Carroll Library ever since.

Monster from the Sky

May 11, 1953

Monster from the Sky: How one day changed the City of Waco

Updated: May. 11, 2023 at 6:02 PM CDT
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By Tommy Witherspoon
That myth was repeated over the years and, for the most part, held true until a powerful F-5 tornado ripped a deadly swath through downtown Waco 70 years ago, killing 114, injuring at least 600 others and causing an estimated $50 million in damage.

Monster from the Sky

Reports say the Alico Building swayed between several inches up to six feet when the 1953...

‘A tornado kill zone’: Alico Building left mostly unscathed while others destroyed in 1953 Waco tornado

Updated: May. 10, 2023 at 6:17 PM CDT
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By Alex Fulton
Reports say the Alico Building swayed between several inches up to six feet when the 1953 tornado struck.

Tell Me Something Good

"Monster from the Sky," which details the powerful F-5 tornado that struck the heart of...

Monster From the Sky: Brady Taylor reflects on the year long process

Updated: May. 10, 2023 at 6:03 PM CDT
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By Julie Hays
KWTX Chief Meteorologist Brady Taylor is reflecting on the process of working a full year to put together a one-hour documentary marking the 70th anniversary of the deadly Waco Tornado on May 11, 1953.

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Destruction of Katy Park in 1953

Monster From The Sky: Field of Dreams helped city survive tragic tornado

Updated: May. 9, 2023 at 5:40 PM CDT
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By Pete Sousa
The devastation and death left in the wake of the tornado that stuck Waco on May 11, 1953 is what ended up in the history books and for good reason.

More Monster from the Sky Stories

Monster from the Sky

On May 11, 1953, a destructive force tore through Waco and forever altered the face of the...

70 years later: Remembering and rebuilding the Dr. Pepper Museum after the 1953 tornado

Updated: May. 9, 2023 at 9:34 AM CDT
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By Chantel Ropp
On May 11, 1953, a destructive force tore through Waco and forever altered the face of the city. The tornado injured 600 people, took 114 lives, and damaged hundreds of buildings, including the Dr. Pepper Museum.

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Melvin London reflects on  “The Monster That Fell From The Sky” in east Waco in 1953.

East Waco business reflects on ‘The Monster From The Sky’

Updated: May. 8, 2023 at 11:57 AM CDT
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By Lauren Westbrook
Melvin London reflects on “The Monster That Fell From The Sky” in east Waco in 1953.

Monster from the Sky

“Monster from the Sky” documentary to air May 11th on KWTX

Updated: May. 5, 2023 at 11:04 AM CDT
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By KWTX Staff
Referred to as the “Monster from the Sky,” a powerful F-5 tornado struck the heart of downtown Waco around 4:40 p.m. on May 11, 1953, killing 114 and leaving another 600 injured.

Monster from the Sky

On May 11th KWTX will air an exclusive documentary looking back at the 1953 Waco Tornado. This...

Official “Monster From The Sky” Documentary Trailer

Updated: May. 4, 2023 at 5:07 PM CDT
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By Brady Taylor
Brady Taylor talks about the documentary he produced looking back at the 1953 Waco Tornado

Monster from the Sky

Brady Taylor talks about the documentary he produced looking back at the 1953 Waco Tornado

Preview of the “Monster From The Sky” Documentary

Updated: May. 3, 2023 at 5:08 PM CDT
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By Brady Taylor
Brady Taylor talks about the documentary he produced looking back at the 1953 Waco Tornado
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