It has been 50 years since two F5 tornadoes tore through Sayler Park and Xenia as part of the 1974 tornado super outbreak, which saw 148 tornadoes devastate parts of the south and midwest, leaving 319 dead. The Sayler Park twister first touched down in Rising Sun, crossed the Ohio River into Boone County, and then hit Sayler Park, killing three people and injuring over 200. The tornado also devastated Xenia, killing 33 people, and remains one of the worst tornadoes in Ohio's history. In total, 11 tornadoes struck the Tri-State on April 3, resulting in eight deaths.
Following a deadly tornado outbreak in the Ohio Valley, the southern US is bracing for another round of severe weather on Friday, with Mississippi and Alabama expected to be the morning hot spots and Texas facing a threat after dinner time. The severe storm threat includes potential hail, tornadoes, and damaging wind gusts, while persistent rains raise the risk of flooding through the weekend. Thursday's severe weather outbreak resulted in over 300 reports of severe weather, including eight tornadoes and left at least two people dead, with dozens injured and significant damage across multiple states.
A tornado outbreak in Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky has resulted in at least two deaths and extensive damage, with multiple tornadoes confirmed in the region. The storms caused significant destruction, including a "mass casualty event" at a trailer park in Logan County, Ohio, and reports of three deaths in Winchester, Indiana. Videos and photos on social media captured the tornadoes, with widespread power outages reported in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Severe storms and rare February tornadoes caused damage and power outages in the Great Lakes region, including Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio. No injuries were reported despite the storms hitting at night. The storms left a trail of destruction, damaging homes, uprooting trees, and causing gas leaks. Unusual warmth preceded the storms, and the return to winter weather followed, with snow and lower temperatures. The National Weather Service is working to confirm tornado reports, and experts note that February tornadoes in the region are rare but not unprecedented.
A tornado outbreak over the weekend marked the third consecutive December with deadly tornadoes in the United States. The outbreak, which killed six people and caused widespread damage, was fueled by strong wind shear and warmer-than-average temperatures. Climate change may be increasing the likelihood of tornadoes during traditionally cooler months. The National Weather Service confirmed multiple tornadoes, including an EF3 tornado with winds of 150 mph. This trend of December tornado outbreaks highlights the need for continued research and preparedness in the face of changing weather patterns.
At least 16 tornadoes were reported across five U.S. states overnight, with some of the worst damage reported in and around Noble, Oklahoma. More severe weather, including huge hail, some tornadoes, and damaging winds, is expected to hit the region on May 12, 2023. Flood alerts have been issued from Wyoming to Texas, with some areas in Texas expected to receive up to 10 inches of rain over the weekend into early next week.
Oklahoma Baptist University experienced significant damage during severe weather and a tornado outbreak, with historic buildings such as Shawnee Hall and Raley Chapel being severely impacted. However, no injuries or fatalities were reported, and students followed university protocols by seeking shelter. The university is currently assessing the damage, and disaster relief efforts are underway. The semester will continue, but finals may be online. At least eight tornadoes were reported in Oklahoma, with three confirmed deaths.
Nine people were killed due to the storms in McNairy County during Friday's tornado outbreak. At least 32 deaths have been confirmed following the storms that swept across the U.S. last week. Residents can stay up-to-date on weather conditions in the area with the WBBJ Weather App and local weather information available on various social media platforms.
At least 26 people have died and dozens have been hospitalized across seven states after a tornado outbreak and severe storms hit the US on Friday and Saturday. The National Weather Service confirmed at least 31 tornadoes across nine states, with Arkansas hit particularly hard. The state's governor declared a state of emergency and activated the National Guard to assist with emergency response. The storms caused extensive property damage, with many homes and structures destroyed. Search-and-rescue efforts are ongoing in affected areas.
At least 26 people have died and dozens have been hospitalized across seven states after a tornado outbreak and severe storms hit the US on Friday and Saturday. The National Weather Service confirmed at least 31 tornadoes across nine states, with Arkansas hit particularly hard. The state's governor declared a state of emergency and activated the National Guard to assist with emergency response. The storms caused extensive property damage, with many homes and structures destroyed. Search-and-rescue efforts are ongoing in affected areas.
At least 18 people have died and dozens have been hospitalized across six states after a tornado outbreak moved through the Midwest and South on Friday night. Dozens of tornadoes were reported across Arkansas, Mississippi, Iowa, Tennessee, Illinois, and Wisconsin. More than 28 million people across the South and Midwest were under a tornado watch. The storm threat is ongoing, and the number of tornado reports continues to rise. Emergency response teams are working to assist those impacted by the severe weather.
At least 11 people have died and dozens have been hospitalized after a tornado outbreak moved through the Midwest and South on Friday night, with dozens of tornadoes reported across Arkansas, Mississippi, Iowa, Tennessee, Illinois, and Wisconsin. More than 28 million people across the South and Midwest were under a tornado watch. Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders declared a state of emergency due to Friday's severe weather and activated the National Guard to assist state and local law enforcement. The storm system moves into the Northeast on Saturday with some severe weather possible for Pennsylvania and upstate New York and even northern New Jersey.
At least 25 people died in Mississippi due to a deadly tornado outbreak and powerful thunderstorms that hit the southern United States over the weekend. A new storm system is set to arrive on the West Coast on Monday night, bringing heavy rain and wind along the shore and heavy snow to the mountains. The storm system is forecast to sweep across the country, bringing more severe weather to Texas and Oklahoma on Thursday, and areas from Texas to Wisconsin could see a major outbreak of severe weather on Friday, with threats of tornadoes, damaging winds, and huge hail.
A dangerous tornado outbreak is expected to hit the South on Friday, with intense, long-track tornadoes reaching EF-3 or higher. Damaging winds, large hail, and flash flooding are also possible from Oklahoma to Pennsylvania. The storm system will bring snow to Iowa and Michigan on Saturday morning before moving into the Northeast with rainy, windy, and chilly conditions.
