Overview

• A new wave of tornadoes has struck Missouri, Kentucky, Arkansas, and Indiana, causing widespread destruction to homes and farms.
• One death has been reported in Missouri, though its connection to the storms is still unconfirmed, and injuries were reported in Kentucky due to a building collapse.
• Approximately 14 million people remain under tornado watch across a large region extending from Ohio to Mississippi.
• Heavy rainfall accompanying the tornadoes has led to significant flooding risks, with warnings issued from Ohio to northeastern Texas.
• Emergency shelters have been opened in multiple states, including Tennessee, Mississippi, and Arkansas, as authorities assess damage and monitor ongoing threats.