Order byBest matchMost fresh

Tornadoes Sweep Across South and Midwest, Killing at Least 7

Digest more
Top News
Overview
Impacts
The New York Times |
Officials warned that a “generational flooding” disaster was possible as more than a foot of rain could fall, pushing swollen rivers and creeks over their banks.
CBS News |
Violent storms cut through a wide swath of the South and Midwest, spawning tornadoes and killing at least two people, knocking down power lines and trees and ripping roofs off homes.
U.S. News & World Report |
The potent storm system will bring “significant, life-threatening flash flooding” each day through Saturday, the National Weather Service said.

Read more on News Digest

Storm to bring "generational" flooding, more tornadoes into weekend in Mid-South
A stalled series of storm systems is set to slam parts of the Mid-South and Ohio Valley through Sunday with severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, and potentially "catastrophic" flooding. Threat level: The National Weather Service is predicting a "high risk" of excessive rainfall in parts of Arkansas and Missouri on Friday,
Tornadoes break out across Mid-South
Millions were under tornado watches in Arkansas on April 2 as severe storms brought heavy rain across the Mid-South.
Tornadoes Sweep Across the South and Midwest, Killing at Least 7
After hail, heavy rains and more than 30 tornadoes drenched the region, officials warned that a “generational flooding” disaster was possible.
Severe storms in South and Midwest turn deadly
Violent storms cut through a wide swath of the South and Midwest, spawning tornadoes and killing at least two people, knocking down power lines and trees and ripping roofs off homes.
US South, Midwest face 'generational' flood threat after severe storms, two dead
The National Weather Service warned on Thursday of "generational" floods in the U.S. South and Midwest as storms ripped across a swath of the country from Texas to Michigan, whipping up tornadoes and killing two people.
Deadly Storm Brings Tornadoes and Flooding Threat to South and Midwest
Two people were killed in Tennessee, officials said, and millions of people were under severe weather advisories and more than 300,000 customers had lost power.
Violent Storms Cut Through the South and Midwest, Spawning Tornadoes and Killing 1 Person
Violent storms have cut through a wide swath of the South and Midwest, spawning tornadoes and killing at least one person, knocking down power lines and trees and ripping roofs off homes
Death toll rises as devastating spring storms batter the South and Midwest
At least six people have died amid severe storms that are predicted to impact large areas of the United States through the weekend.
Tornadoes devastate central US as threat of historic flooding ramps up
A wide-reaching storm spawned several intense and violent tornadoes Wednesday and threatens near-nonstop rainfall Thursday that could trigger once-in-a-lifetime flooding. Follow here for live updates.
Memphis weather Friday updates: What to know about flooding, storm damage in Mid-South
The National Weather Service office in Memphis has issued a flood watch through Sunday morning and more thunderstorms are possible Friday and over the weekend. At least five people have already died, with more injured and countless homes and businesses damaged or destroyed, due to storms that have swept through the region this week.
More severe weather expected in the Mid-South tonight. Here's what to expect
More severe thunderstorms could threaten the Memphis area with wind, hail, and even possible tornadoes on Thursday.
Potentially Catastrophic Flooding From Historic Rainfall And Severe Weather Expected In Mid-South, Ohio Valley
Over 10 inches of rain could fall through Saturday, pushing rivers well above flood stage in a "particularly dangerous situation." If that wasn't enough, multiple rounds of severe thunderstorms with hail,
FOX13 Memphis7h
More rain, severe weather likely this weekend across the Mid-South
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - There's a Level 3 out of 5 threat for strong to severe storms across eastern Arkansas this Friday afternoon and night. In addition, a Flood Watch is
Shore News Network2d
Tornado outbreak and catastrophic floods target Mid-South as historic spring storm slams U.S.
A powerful and slow-moving spring storm system is set to deliver life-threatening weather across multiple regions of the United States
Catastrophic Flooding Possible As Potentially Historic Rainfall Totals Soak Mid-South, Ohio Valley
Double-digit rainfall totals are forecast, prompting the National Weather Service to issue “particularly dangerous situation” flood watches in some areas from Wednesday into Saturday. Serious flash flooding and flooding of rivers,
FOX13 Memphis1d
Severe thunderstorm warnings and tornado warnings pepper the Mid-South ahead of main line of extreme weather
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A rare and dangerous High Risk (5/5) for severe weather has been issued for parts of the Mid-South. This is the highest risk level issued by the
Severe storms leave a trail of destruction across the Mid-South
Several tornadoes are believed to have touched down in the Mid-South Wednesday night into early Thursday morning.
Midwest and South brace for life-threatening flash flooding, hail and tornadoes
A day after parts of the Midwest and the South were bombarded with severe thunderstorms, hail and tornadoes, another round of storms — and life-threatening flash flooding — has been forecast for the region.
At least five killed in Central U.S. as tornado and extreme flood risk continues
A destructive weather event will continue for millions of people across the Mid-South on Thursday, with the marathon storm persisting until Sunday.
Dangerous flooding expected as heavy rain falls in the Mid-South over the next few days
The Mid-South will face a multi-day threat of heavy rain and severe storms. By far, the highest severe weather risk is Wednesday evening and Wednesday night, when a rare Level 5 out of 5 severe weather risk is in place for much of the Mid-South, including Memphis.
Feedback