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We’re beginning to see the aftermath of a torno-spawning storm system that ravaged several states on Friday. According to news reports, at least 21 people were killed in Missouri and southeastern Kentucky due to tornado activity.
Via CNN
At least 21 people dead in Missouri and southeastern Kentucky as it cut a path of destruction through several states.
The 14 deaths in Kentucky come on the heels of fatalities reported hours earlier on Friday in the St. Louis area, which endured widespread destruction. Seven people were reported dead in Missouri.
In all, large tornadoes have been reported in Missouri, Kentucky, Illinois and Indiana.
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear released a statement, expecting to hear more bad news the day after the storm.
“Kentucky, we’re starting today with the tough news that we lost at least 14 of our people to last night’s storms, but sadly, this number is expected to grow as we receive more information. Please pray for all of our affected families.”
A drone video from London, Kentucky, taken after the small town was hit by a tornado shows the devastation the storm left behind.
NEW VIDEO:
London, KY as the sun rises this morning – just a wasteland of rubble after a tornado roared through the Southeastern Kentucky community.#KYwx pic.twitter.com/7yz4OgfImQ— WeatherNation (@WeatherNation) May 17, 2025
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