A cross-country storm system tore by means of the South and the Midwest over the weekend, accompanied by tornadoes, mud storms and wildfires. Extreme harm was reported in no less than eight states.
Missouri
The Missouri State Freeway Patrol reported 12 deaths from tornadoes and storms that brought about widespread harm in components of the state.
Mississippi
Officers stated that six folks died in Southern Mississippi. The state skilled a dozen tornadoes over 48 hours, together with one with a 70-mile-long monitor.
Oklahoma
Dry vegetation and fierce storm winds fueled wildfires that swept by means of Oklahoma. Throughout the state, practically 300 houses and different buildings have been destroyed, Gov. Kevin Stitt stated at a information convention on Saturday.
One twister that tore by means of Cave Metropolis flattened neighborhoods there. Officers confirmed three deaths within the state as of Saturday night.
Texas
Extreme winds additionally produced mud storms in Texas that led to a few dozen automobile crashes within the area round Lubbock and Amarillo, killing no less than 4 folks. Emergency crews in Texas have been additionally battling a number of blazes throughout the state.
Alabama
Gov. Kay Ivey of Alabama stated on Sunday that there have been reviews of harm in 52 of the state’s 67 counties. Three deaths have been confirmed as of Sunday.
Louisiana
A twister barreled by means of Kentwood, close to the border with Mississippi.
