The recent storm system that swept across the United States has resulted in a tragic loss of life and widespread destruction, with at least 39 fatalities reported across eight states. This powerful system produced a staggering 81 tornadoes, wreaking havoc on communities by damaging homes, businesses, and educational institutions. The most severe impacts were felt in Missouri, which recorded the highest death toll at 12, followed by Kansas with eight deaths . The sheer scale of devastation underscores the urgent need for improved disaster preparedness and response strategies.
The turbulent weather, which has killed a total of at least 40 people, has caused widespread destruction.
It is part of a huge cross-country system that dropped hail — some as large as baseballs — and produced tornadoes Friday and Saturday that killed at least 24 people. The system also caused wildfires driven by hurricane-force winds, and dust storms that led to crashes that killed at least 16 people in Kansas, Oklahoma and the Texas Panhandle.
On Sunday, the threat of tornadoes and thunderstorms shifted east, though at a level much lower than it was on Saturday.
The National Weather Service said two EF4 tornadoes tore through Arkansas on Friday, marking the first time in over 25 years that the state has experienced multiple EF4 tornadoes in a single day.
One EF4 tornado, with winds peaking at 170 mph, struck near Larkin in northern Arkansas, while another devastated the town of Diaz with an estimated 190 mph winds, according to the NWS.
In Texas, another dust storm caused a pile-up of about 38 cars, leaving at least four people dead.
Six people died in Mississippi as tornadoes swept through that state and twisters killed another three in Alabama, including an 82-year-old woman.
In Arkansas, officials reported three deaths and 29 people injured.
US President Donald Trump said the National Guard had been deployed to Arkansas to help with the storm response.
In addition to tornadoes, wildfires in Oklahoma and Texas contributed significantly to the destruction. Nearly 150 wildfires erupted in Oklahoma alone due to high winds and dry conditions. Furthermore, dust storms led to deadly vehicle pile-ups in Kansas, exacerbating an already dire situation. Overall, this storm system has not only claimed lives but has also displaced thousands of residents while causing extensive damage to infrastructure .
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