Wind Science and Engineering Research Center - History

History

The Wind Science and Engineering Research Center was established in 1970, following the Lubbock Tornado that caused 26 fatalities and over $100 million in damage. Following the aftermath of the tornado the WISE center developed the first comprehensive wind engineering report of its kind.

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