NBC TV’s “Survival Mode – Joplin Tornado” features Coverage by Newstalk KZRG

Newstalk KZRG coverage on the day of the Joplin tornado was heard during the first episode of NBC-TV’s series called “Survival Mode”.  

The program will air again at 9 PM Saturday, July 12th.  

It follows several groups of Joplin residents and how they fought to survive the monster tornado that hit in May of 2011. 

NBC.com gives details about the show: 

“According to a synopsis of the show, Survival Mode will tell ‘true stories’ about ‘real disasters’ from the perspective of those who lived through them. From NBC News Studios and the producers of Dateline comes a gripping new docuseries about nine devastating catastrophes and the unbreakable spirit of the people who survived — proving the will to live is the most powerful force on Earth,” the description continues. 

A logline reads: “Survival Mode follows everyday people through the most harrowing moments of their lives, when every split second decision can mean the difference between life and death. Each episode reveals the unforgettable stories of friends, families and first responders who suddenly find themselves in the midst of a terrifying disaster, and must find the strength and presence of mind to persevere.”