Severe Storms and Tornadoes Threaten South-Central, Northeast, and Southeast U.S. Severe Storms and Tornadoes Threaten South-Central, Northeast, and Southeast U.S.
Tornado Outbreak Devastates Kentucky, Missouri, and Virginia: At Least 31 Killed Tornado Outbreak Devastates Kentucky, Missouri, and Virginia: At Least 31 Killed

A wave of powerful tornadoes tore across Kansas, Missouri, and Colorado, unleashing severe destruction and widespread power outages. In Kansas, the small town of Grinnell was hit especially hard—violent winds ripped the roof off a church and leveled multiple buildings.

Parts of Interstate 70 were shut down due to extensive power failures. Meanwhile, near Denver, Colorado, multiple tornadoes touched down in Bennett and Elbert County, damaging dozens of homes and buildings and knocking out electricity for many residents.

US tornadoes hit homes, barns, warehouse
US tornadoes hit homes, barns, warehouse

Kansas: Grinnell and Plevna Bear the Brunt

In Grinnell, Kansas, a tornado tore through the small town, ripping the roof off a church and destroying multiple buildings. The storm caused significant damage, leaving residents without power and gas.

Further east, the town of Plevna faced a "Tornado Emergency" as a large wedge tornado caused extensive damage to homes, trees, and utility poles. Emergency crews were dispatched to assess the situation and assist residents.

Colorado: Tornadoes Near Denver

Near Denver, Colorado, several tornadoes touched down, particularly affecting Bennett and Elbert County. In Bennett, at least three houses were damaged or destroyed, while in Elbert County, 19 homes suffered varying degrees of damage. Many residents were left without electricity as emergency services responded to the affected areas.

Missouri: St. Louis and Scott County Impacted

In Missouri, an EF3 tornado struck the Greater St. Louis area, resulting in five confirmed deaths and injuring at least 35 people. The tornado caused significant damage to homes and infrastructure.

Scott County also experienced severe impacts, with two fatalities reported and several homes destroyed. Emergency services are conducting damage assessments and providing assistance to affected residents.

Ongoing Severe Weather Threat

The National Weather Service has issued warnings for continued severe weather, including the possibility of more tornadoes, strong winds, and large hail across the central Plains and into Missouri. Residents are advised to stay alert and follow safety guidelines as the threat shifts eastward into the Midwest, Tennessee Valley, and Ohio Valley in the coming days.

Rare Earthquake Hits Magee, Mississippi, as Tornadoes Devastate the Region Rare Earthquake Hits Magee, Mississippi, as Tornadoes Devastate the Region

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Tornado Strikes Rolling Fork, Mississippi, on Eve of 2023 Disaster Anniversary Tornado Strikes Rolling Fork, Mississippi, on Eve of 2023 Disaster Anniversary

Tornado sirens blared across Rolling Fork on Monday evening as the National Weather Service (NWS) confirmed a tornado on the ground in Sharkey County, Mississippi.
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Severe Storms Strike Pittsburgh: Tornado Warnings, 70+ MPH Winds, Power Outages Severe Storms Strike Pittsburgh: Tornado Warnings, 70+ MPH Winds, Power Outages

Severe storms battered the Pittsburgh area on April 29, 2025, bringing tornado warnings, destructive winds over 70 mph, widespread power outages, and significant damage across ...