A massive storm system tore through several U.S. states, killing at least 26 people and leaving widespread devastation. The storm spawned powerful tornadoes, caused deadly dust storms, and fueled wildfires, with officials warning of more severe weather ahead.
Missouri recorded the highest casualties, with at least 12 deaths, including a man whose home was destroyed. In Kansas, a dust storm triggered a highway pileup involving at least 50 vehicles, killing eight people. Arkansas reported three fatalities and dozens of injuries, while three others died in car crashes in Texas.
In Wayne County, Missouri, Dakota Henderson found five bodies scattered outside his aunt’s wrecked home. He and others rescued survivors, including his aunt, who was trapped in the only room left standing.
Winds reaching 80 mph caused blizzard conditions in the north and high fire risks in the south. In Oklahoma, over 130 wildfires burned nearly 300 homes, and winds overturned several tractor-trailers. Power outages affected more than 200,000 homes across multiple states.
In Mississippi, witnesses described catastrophic tornado damage, with snapped trees, leveled buildings, and overturned vehicles. In Rolla, Missouri, a father and son recorded a tornado touching down as motorists sought shelter.
Wildfires raged across Texas, Kansas, Missouri, and New Mexico, with some expanding rapidly before being contained. Emergency teams continue assessing damage as affected communities begin recovery efforts.
Missouri recorded the highest casualties, with at least 12 deaths, including a man whose home was destroyed. In Kansas, a dust storm triggered a highway pileup involving at least 50 vehicles, killing eight people. Arkansas reported three fatalities and dozens of injuries, while three others died in car crashes in Texas.
In Wayne County, Missouri, Dakota Henderson found five bodies scattered outside his aunt’s wrecked home. He and others rescued survivors, including his aunt, who was trapped in the only room left standing.
Winds reaching 80 mph caused blizzard conditions in the north and high fire risks in the south. In Oklahoma, over 130 wildfires burned nearly 300 homes, and winds overturned several tractor-trailers. Power outages affected more than 200,000 homes across multiple states.
In Mississippi, witnesses described catastrophic tornado damage, with snapped trees, leveled buildings, and overturned vehicles. In Rolla, Missouri, a father and son recorded a tornado touching down as motorists sought shelter.
Wildfires raged across Texas, Kansas, Missouri, and New Mexico, with some expanding rapidly before being contained. Emergency teams continue assessing damage as affected communities begin recovery efforts.
