Trailer | Mr. Tornado| American Experience
Preview: Season 32 Episode 8 | 30s
Ted Fujita's groundbreaking work in research and applied science saved thousands of lives.
The remarkable story of the Ted Fujita, whose groundbreaking work in research and applied science saved thousands of lives and helped Americans prepare for and respond to dangerous weather phenomena.
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Trailer | Mr. Tornado| American Experience
Preview: Season 32 Episode 8 | 30s
The remarkable story of the Ted Fujita, whose groundbreaking work in research and applied science saved thousands of lives and helped Americans prepare for and respond to dangerous weather phenomena.
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Ted Fujita | Mr. Tornado | American Experience
Ted Fujita's work on severe weather patterns earned Fujita the nickname “Mr. Tornado.” (1m 16s)
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