Xenia to mark anniversary of tornado

Associated Press

XENIA

The southwestern Ohio city of Xenia is planning several events in April to commemorate the anniversary of a tornado that killed 35 people 40 years ago.

The April 3, 1974, tornado that hit Xenia was part of a series of 148 tornadoes over two days that killed 315 people across 13 states.

The Xenia twister destroyed 300 homes and seven schools, and caused more than $1 billion in damages.

The Dayton Daily News reports that among the events recognizing the 40th anniversary is a memorial service Thursday at the Greene County courthouse.

There will be a moment of silence for the victims of the tornado, and Xenia Mayor Marsha Bayless will read each of their names as a ceremonial bell rings.