But tornadoes are relatively minor in their path. If there's some bad luck the path will lead right through a populated area like Joplin, but even then it's not

But tornadoes are relatively minor in their path. If there's some bad luck the path will lead right through a populated area like Joplin, but even then it's not going to ravage an entire region to rubble. Plus if you live in tornado alley you should have a sturdy area to go to when you hear the sirens go off. They can somewhat be prepared for. People in skyscrapers in Seattle will have no time before the ground underneath them liquefies.