Death toll from tornadoes already setting new records

Tornado-related deaths stood at 111 as of 4 June, making 2008 the deadliest tornado season since 1998

The strong start to the US tornado season this year may make 2008 a record year for tornadoes and tornado-related deaths, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Tornado-related deaths stood at 111 as of 4 June, making 2008 the deadliest tornado season since 1998.