Joew Bedon*
The historical frequency of tornadoes in the state varied greatly. The Middle Tennessee counties saw the most tornadoes (105) over the course of the 50-year study period, but West Tennessee counties were not far behind (99), and that state also had the county with the most tornadoes. There were just 30 tornadoes in all across the East Tennessee counties. In all three regions, especially in those with lower population concentrations, it is reasonable to suppose that tornadoes were missed. With little difference between the two, Middle and West Tennessee had the highest odds of being struck by a tornado, while East Tennessee had the lowest odds.