Devastating Weather in US: 42 Dead and Thousands Affected

Posted on 03/18/25 at 13:34

Devastating Weather in the US: 42 Dead and Thousands Affected.
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At least 42 people have died and four remain missing in the United States following the impact of tornadoes and severe storms that struck the central-east and south of the country last weekend.

The storm has left thousands of homes without electricity and has put multiple states on alert.

More than 36 million people are under red alert, according to the National Weather Service. Missouri is the most affected state, with 12 deceased and one person missing, as reported by Governor Mike Kehoe.

Additionally, the storm has destroyed hundreds of homes, schools, and businesses, leaving over 20,000 people without electricity. The state also recorded 130 wildfires on Friday, some of which damaged homes and structures.

Devastating Weather in the US: 42 Dead and Thousands Affected

Weather and TORNADOES in the U.S. leave at least 33 dead. Affected Missouri, Texas, and Arkansas, where they DESTROYED homes and left dozens injured. More TORNADOES forecasted today in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Tennessee #Tornado #USA #Huracanes #VIENTOS pic.twitter.com/emndytrhbj

— Enfoque Salta (@enfoque_salta) March 16, 2025

Mississippi has been another state hit by the weather phenomenon. Governor Tate Reeves confirmed six deaths and three disappearances in various localities of the state. In North Carolina, two underage siblings died when a tree fell on their home due to strong winds.

Authorities warned that the storms are moving slowly, increasing the risk of flooding.

In Texas, the Department of Public Safety reported that four people died in multiple traffic accidents caused by low visibility and strong winds.

Arkansas also suffered the impact of tornadoes and thunderstorms, with three deceased and 29 injured.

Authorities Continue Rescue Efforts

In Oklahoma, the weather has caused the deaths of four people and left 142 injured, in addition to damaging more than 400 homes.

The state remains on red alert due to extreme weather conditions. Meanwhile, in Kansas, a massive crash of more than 50 vehicles due to lack of visibility left eight fatalities on Friday.

In Alabama, three people lost their lives after a tornado passed through, including an 82-year-old woman whose manufactured home was destroyed, confirmed Governor Kay Ivey.

Authorities continue working on rescue and recovery efforts while millions remain on alert for the possibility of more extreme weather phenomena in the coming days.

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