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May 4

1971: Saint-Jean-Vianney, Quebec was partially destroyed in a devastating landslide after weeks of heavy rain. The unscathed parts of the town were subsequently abandoned due to the threat of future landslides.

2002: The Aqua weather satellite was launched into orbit.

2007: A three-day tornado outbreak featuring more than 100 tornadoes began across a large area of the Central United States. One tornado destroyed 95% of the town of Greensburg, Kansas, and was the first tornado ever rated EF5.