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Four Dead After Tornadoes Devastate Southern US

More than 40 tornadoes tore through seven states over the weekend, leaving widespread destruction and displacing thousands.

  • At least four people were killed in Texas, Mississippi, and North Carolina during a severe storm system that produced dozens of tornadoes across the southern United States.
  • The National Weather Service confirmed over 40 tornadoes, with significant damage reported in Texas and Mississippi, including homes leveled and communities severely impacted.
  • A rare 'Particularly Dangerous Situation' tornado watch was issued for parts of Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, and Mississippi, highlighting the severity of the storms.
  • Power outages affected tens of thousands, with Mississippi seeing the most significant impact, where outages peaked at over 100,000 customers before dropping to 32,000 as of Monday morning.
  • The storms disrupted holiday travel with hazardous road conditions and over 7,000 flight delays or cancellations reported across the country.
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