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Storm damage experts have long warned against the misguided practice of parking under overpasses during severe storms or tornadoes. Not only is it dangerous to the countless other people stuck behind parked drivers, but the practice is also extremely dangerous for people under the overpass.
At least 28 people were killed after tornadoes hit Missouri, Kentucky and Virginia. Now, millions of people are bracing for another round of severe weather. St. Louis, Missouri Mayor Cara Spencer joins Ana Cabrera to detail the devastation her community is facing.
Angela Nelson now is director of the department and on Monday, she expressed concern that history may be repeating itself as St. Louis struggles to recover from the May 16 tornado that caused extensive damage in North City neighborhoods.
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The Weather Channel on MSNLive Updates: Tornado Threat Targets Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, Arkansas, TexasA dangerous tornado threat is unfolding today, as severe storms target major cities like Tulsa, Wichita, Kansas City, Omaha, Little Rock and Dallas, bringing the risk of damaging winds, large hail and strong tornadoes.
Millions of people in the Midwest and Great Plains are in the path of numerous severe thunderstorms expected on Monday. Kansas City is expecting winds up to 50 MPH and half-dollar-sized hail that could damage roofs or cars.
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Nine tornadoes struck Missouri and Kentucky on May 16, including a deadly EF3 in Scott County that killed two people and destroyed homes. The National Weather Service confirmed tornadoes up to EF4 strength.
It's unclear whether the Trump administration will approve the request. FEMA has signaled that disaster recovery responsibility would be transitioned to states.
Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe on Monday said he had asked President Trump to issue a federal emergency declaration for the state following the May 16 tornadoes and severe storms that led to seven deaths, including five in the St.
The National Weather Service has confirmed several EF4-strength tornadoes in outbreaks of severe weather this month, the most since 1997.
At least 28 people across three states were killed when tornadoes struck Kentucky, Missouri, and Virginia on Friday, with a governor and a mayor calling them among the worst they’ve ever seen. Unseen,