The tornadoes struck Kentucky and Missouri, claiming 25 lives and injuring dozens. Kentucky reported 18 fatalities, while Missouri suffered seven, including five in St. Louis.
Residents in Laurel County, Kentucky faced the worst when the tornado hit in the early hours of Saturday. Although rescue efforts are ongoing, officials fear the death toll might rise further. In Missouri, around 5,000 buildings were damaged, leaving approximately 140,000 homes without power.
The St. Louis Fire Department reported multiple rescues in the area, including one at Centennial Christian Church, where part of the building collapsed, leading to one death. As the situation worsens, a nighttime curfew has been imposed in the hardest-hit areas to ensure safety and prevent looting.
St. Louis Mayor Cara Spencer expressed deep sorrow over the losses, emphasizing the community's need for healing and recovery. The U.S. National Weather Service also cautioned residents of potential tornadoes in neighboring Illinois and parts of northern Texas due to rising storm activity.
Historically, the Midwest is known for its tornadoes during the spring months, but events like these serve as a stark reminder of nature's unpredictable power.
Residents in Laurel County, Kentucky faced the worst when the tornado hit in the early hours of Saturday. Although rescue efforts are ongoing, officials fear the death toll might rise further. In Missouri, around 5,000 buildings were damaged, leaving approximately 140,000 homes without power.
The St. Louis Fire Department reported multiple rescues in the area, including one at Centennial Christian Church, where part of the building collapsed, leading to one death. As the situation worsens, a nighttime curfew has been imposed in the hardest-hit areas to ensure safety and prevent looting.
St. Louis Mayor Cara Spencer expressed deep sorrow over the losses, emphasizing the community's need for healing and recovery. The U.S. National Weather Service also cautioned residents of potential tornadoes in neighboring Illinois and parts of northern Texas due to rising storm activity.
Historically, the Midwest is known for its tornadoes during the spring months, but events like these serve as a stark reminder of nature's unpredictable power.
