Deadly Storm System Kills 32, Triggers Tornadoes, Dust Storms and Wildfires Across U.S.

New Delhi (The Uttam Hindu): A deadly storm system sweeping across several U.S. states has killed at least 32 people, causing widespread destruction from tornadoes, dust storms, and wildfires. In Kansas, a dust storm triggered a massive 50-vehicle pileup, killing 8. Mississippi reported 6 deaths, while Missouri suffered the most fatalities, with 12 people killed by scattered tornadoes. Arkansas and Texas each reported additional fatalities due to the extreme weather.

The storm affected an area home to over 100 million people, with winds gusting up to 80 mph, leading to blizzards in some regions and wildfires in others. Thousands of homes were destroyed or severely damaged, and evacuations were ordered in parts of Oklahoma as fires burned through hundreds of square miles.

Severe weather, including more tornadoes, was expected as winds of up to 100 mph threatened further devastation. Power outages affected over 200,000 homes and businesses across several states. As the storm continues to wreak havoc, the impact on communities is clear, with survivors recounting tales of destruction. One such account came from Wayne County, Missouri, where Dakota Henderson described finding five bodies scattered outside his aunt's home after it was ripped apart. Despite the devastation, Henderson and others worked to rescue survivors, including his aunt, who was pulled from the only room left standing. "It was a very rough deal," he said, amidst the wreckage, capturing the heart-wrenching reality of the storm's toll.