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Devastating Tornadoes Kill Over 40 Across Southern and Midwestern U.S.

A series of storms has left widespread destruction, with fatalities, power outages, and ongoing severe weather warnings impacting millions.

  • More than 40 tornadoes have been reported across eight U.S. states, including Missouri, Arkansas, Mississippi, and Alabama, causing significant loss of life and property damage.
  • At least 40 people have died, with Missouri reporting 12 fatalities and other states such as Mississippi, Kansas, and Texas also experiencing multiple deaths.
  • Severe weather has triggered widespread power outages, leaving over 230,000 households without electricity and prompting states like Georgia to declare emergencies.
  • Dust storms in Kansas caused a 50-vehicle pileup, resulting in at least eight fatalities, while strong winds in Oklahoma intensified wildfires, damaging nearly 300 homes.
  • Meteorologists warn of continued tornado risks for parts of the Southeast, including Georgia, the Carolinas, and Florida, urging residents to seek shelter and prepare for further storms.
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