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Home » US Weekend Tornadoes Claim at Least 40 Lives

US Weekend Tornadoes Claim at Least 40 Lives

Lucas Huang by Lucas Huang
March 17, 2025
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Title: Devastating Tornadoes Claim Lives Across the U.S.

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A recent wave of tornadoes and severe storms that swept through the central and southern regions of the United States over the weekend has tragically resulted in a death toll of at least 40, with many more individuals injured, according to local officials.

News broadcasts from the affected areas showcased harrowing footage of homes stripped of their roofs, downed trees, and overturned vehicles tossed about by fierce winds.

In Kansas, eight fatalities were reported due to a pileup involving over 50 vehicles, attributed to poor visibility during a severe dust storm, as stated by local law enforcement.

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Oklahoma reported four deaths linked to wildfires exacerbated by strong winds, according to the state’s emergency management agency.

Meanwhile, in Mississippi, the state governor announced on social media that at least six lives had been lost, with three individuals still unaccounted for.

President Donald Trump earlier posted on Truth Social that he was closely monitoring the "devastating tornadoes and storms" affecting multiple states in the South and Midwest, initially citing the death count at 36. He also noted the deployment of National Guard troops to Arkansas, where officials reported three deaths and 32 injuries caused by the storm’s impact.

Missouri’s Governor Mike Kehoe remarked on the destruction during a visit to some of the worst-hit areas, lamenting, "The damage is overwhelming. Homes and businesses have been destroyed, entire communities are without power, and the path to recovery will be challenging."

The Missouri State Highway Patrol confirmed 12 fatalities linked to the storms and shared striking images of boats stacked atop one another at a marina devastated by the weather events.

In Texas, authorities reported four fatalities due to accidents that occurred amidst dust storms and fires, which severely limited visibility on the roads.

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According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), last year marked the second-highest recorded number of tornadoes in the U.S., with nearly 1,800 incidents, second only to 2004.

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Lucas Huang

Lucas Huang

Singaporean tech writer and digital strategist passionate about smart city innovations. Off the clock, he’s either hunting for the best Hainanese chicken rice or cycling through Marina Bay at dusk.

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