The deadliest tornado in West Virginia's history struck Shinnston at 8:30 p.m., June 23, 1944. Sixty-six people died in the town and surrounding area. The total number of people killed by the tornado was 103, with 430 serious injuries.
The cylinder is the part of the engine where combustion takes place. The combustion in the cylinder is what powers the vehicle. The engine block is normally made from cast iron or aluminum. Depending on the type of vehicle, an engine may have as few as two up to as many as 12 cylinders (the Bugatti Chiron has a 16 cylinder engine!).
CYLINDERS. A cylinder is the power unit of an engine; itâs the chamber where the gasoline is burned and turned into power. (For more on what goes on inside the cylinders, see How Engines Work .) Most cars and SUV enginess have four, six, or eight cylinders.Generally, an engine with more cylinders produces more power, while an engine with fewer cylinders gets better fuel economy.For more on what goes on inside the cylinders, see How Engines Work .) Most cars and SUV enginess have four, six, or eight cylinders. Generally, an engine with more cylinders produces more power, while an engine with fewer cylinders gets better fuel economy.