How the town of Bourbon shapes up one year after EF-1 tornado

BOURBON, Ind. -- April 2nd, 2026, marks the one-year anniversary of the Bourbon Tornado.

One year after the tornado, the community in Bourbon showed resilience by rebuilding majority of the town in less than a year after the tornado that caused significant damage to buildings and homes.

The process of rebuilding the town was quicker than expected because Bourbon received help from neighboring towns and volunteers.

Although it was a devastating event, it showed the importance of preparedness and safety, noting increased awareness of potential severe storms and readiness following an unlikely disaster.