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May 22, 2011 - Joplin, MO EF5 Tornado
| Shear | 60–70 kts |
| Lift Index | -6 to -8 |
| Instability (CAPE) | 3000–4000 J/kg |
| Dew Point | 68–72°F |
These values were present in the afternoon hours leading up to the Joplin tornado.
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