"Southern U.S. Battling Destructive Storms: Tornadoes, Floods, and Hail Wreak Havoc"

A powerful storm system is causing severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, and flooding across the eastern United States, affecting areas from Texas to Alabama and reaching the Eastern Seaboard. The storms have caused power outages, injuries, and significant damage, with reports of tornadoes in Texas and Louisiana. Flash flood emergencies have been issued for New Orleans and other areas, with concerns about road closures and evacuations. The severe storm risk is expected to continue into Thursday before easing, with a potential for renewed dangerous weather over the Plains on Monday.