Devastating US Storm Kills 16 Amidst Tornado, Fire Threats
Severe storms caused widespread devastation across the U.S., resulting in at least 17 deaths and significant property damage. Missouri was hardest hit, with at least 11 fatalities and numerous injuries from tornadoes that destroyed homes. Arkansas also reported three deaths and numerous injuries, prompting states of emergency declarations in both Arkansas and Georgia. The storms further ignited more than 130 wildfires in Oklahoma, resulting in widespread destruction, and caused power outages across several states.
John Q. Hosedrinker