Twisters and Dust Storms Wreak Havoc Across Multiple States

A severe weather system has left at least 34 people dead across six states, with heavy casualties reported in Missouri and significant damage in Mississippi and Arkansas. Severe conditions, including tornadoes and dust storms, have led to widespread destruction, power outages, and tragic vehicular accidents in areas such as Kansas and Texas.

States across the Midwest and South are grappling with the aftermath of severe weather, with the National Weather Service issuing a tornado watch for parts of West Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. The deadly storms have claimed at least 34 lives across six states since Friday, creating widespread devastation and leaving over 150,000 people without power.

Missouri has reported the highest death toll, with 12 fatalities documented across five counties, as announced by the state's highway patrol. In Butler County, director of emergency management Robbie Myers revealed that a mobile home park, multiple homes, a church, and a grocery store were among the structures destroyed. Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves reported additional fatalities and widespread damage in his state.

Further casualties include eight dead following a massive car crash caused by a dust storm in Kansas and multiple fatalities in Texas due to similar conditions. Overall, 26 tornadoes reportedly struck across several states, exacerbating the widespread impact of this powerful storm system.

(With inputs from agencies.)