Overview

• The May 2011 EF5 tornado in Joplin, Missouri, caused 158 deaths, over 1,000 injuries, and widespread destruction, including nearly 8,000 damaged buildings.
• The tornado destroyed key infrastructure, including one of the city’s two hospitals, schools, and thousands of homes, making it one of the deadliest in U.S. history.
• More than 100,000 volunteers contributed to Joplin's recovery, rebuilding an average of five homes per week in the years following the disaster.
• Joplin’s high school reopened in 2014, and St. John’s Regional Medical Center was fully restored by 2015, marking milestones in the city’s recovery efforts.
• The Netflix documentary features never-before-seen footage and survivor interviews, offering new perspectives on the tornado’s impact and the city’s journey to recovery.