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Mark Pope leads clean-up crew following devastating tornado in Southern Kentucky

Mark Pope embodies what it means to be a Kentuckian. That’s not just reserved for on the court. It’s also prevalent in the community. Part of the southern Kentucky community was devastated by a tornado this past Friday. Even though Pope was on the road …

Met Office Tornado warning: Thunderstorms hit UK following driest start to spring in 60 years

The Met Office has warned of tornados as rain, hail and thunderstorms hit the UK. Following the driest start to spring in nearly 60 years, the Met Office has warned the thunderstorms currently sweeping the UK could provide “the right ingredients” to “ …

Donations stolen from tornado survivors in London

LONDON, Ky. (WKYT) – Not long after a deadly tornado hit Kentucky, looters moved in. One trailer park was hit, but the owners hope their supplies were taken by people who need them. Debbie Jansen and Karenda Vaughn are partial owners of Bill Vaughn …

Bowling Green police bring tornado relief to Laurel County

Source: Bowling Green Police Department. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Bowling Green Police Department is bringing help to those impacted by recent tornado damage. On Thursday, officials say members of BGPD traveled to London with supplies donated by department …

Pastor, wife lose opposite arms while holding each other as tornado destroys home

LONDON, Ky. (WKYT/Gray News) – After an EF4 tornado tore through multiple homes in London, Kentucky, on Friday, one couple was found holding onto each other – but each lost an arm. Their family told WKYT that Paul and Gail Cline have been married for …

Christians help after deadly tornadoes

Disaster aid organizations associated with Churches of Christ rushed to help after storms rampaged across the central U.S. over the weekend and again Monday and Tuesday. The severe weather killed at least 28, destroying property and leaving over 150,000 …

Kentucky Wildcats baseball team helps tornado victims in Russell County

(LEX 18) — The University of Kentucky baseball team joined relief efforts for tornado victims in Russell County, stopping to help with cleanup on their way back to Lexington after their SEC Tournament run ended. "I'm sure some of them have never …

Free relief lunch for those impacted by tornado

LONDON, Ky. (WYMT) - There will be a free lunch on Friday, May 23 for disaster relief volunteers and those impacted by the recent tornado. The “Kentucky Cattleman’s Burger Lunch” will be from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. It will be at the Family Dollar on KY- …

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London family hides in gas station cooler to survive tornado

LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (LEX 18) — A London family survived Friday night's tornado in Laurel County by hiding in a nearby gas station's walk-in cooler. "I knew it was bad because when we were in the cooler you could hear the whole cooler shake but …

Will a tornado hit the UK this bank holiday weekend?

This weekend is set to be windy and rainy as a change is on the way (Picture: Reuters) If there’s one thing we can all agree on, it’s never get used to the weather. After weeks of sunny and warm spells, it’s all gone a bit grey again with heavy and …

Maps show EF-4 tornado's nearly 56-mile path through Laurel, Pulaski, Russell counties

A preliminary report released by the National Weather Service in Jackson, Kentucky May 21 provides details about the tornado's path and strength. It travelled 55.6 miles, reaching peak speeds of 170 mph and at one point sprawling a mile wide, NWS …

Satellite Images Show Tornado's Trail of Destruction in Kentucky

Satellite images reveal the devastation in London, Kentucky, after a tornado pummeled the area last week. Why It Matters The storms were part of a multi-day severe weather outbreak that hit multiple states, including Kentucky, Virginia, Alabama, Kansas and …

As tornado disrupts region’s tourism economy, B…

An initial state assessment finds it could cost more than $59 million to clean up more than 1.5 million cubic yards of debris from buildings and vegetation damaged by a tornado that tore through Somerset and London last week. That’s according to a letter …

Funeral set for firefighter who died shielding wife during tornado

Community to honor Major Leslie Leatherman with procession through downtown London LONDON, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) – The funeral services have been announced for a Laurel County firefighter who died in the line of duty while shielding his wife during last …

UK can sign deal handing Chagos Islands to Mauritius, High Court rules

The High Court has ruled the government can sign the Chagos Island deal after a late-night injunction attempted to block it. Early on Thursday, an emergency injunction from the High Court had stopped the government from concluding the Chagos Island deal to …

How are tornadoes formed? Warning issued for parts of the UK

Exact date next 27C heatwave will hit UK as weather maps turn molten red

Hot weather could be making a comeback soon, with maps indicating a potential 27C heatwave just days after a cold spell. Brits have recently experienced a significant change in weather, with dropping temperatures and heavy rain marking a damp end to May …

London residents are sharing their stories of the May 16th tornado

In the wake of last week's devastating tornado, Laurel and Pulaski County residents have been telling their stories about helping neighbors who lost everything. Josh Hammons lives in London and works at the London/Corbin Airport. It was destroyed …

FEMA Inspecting Homes Affected by March and April Storms

LITTLE ROCK – After Arkansas residents apply for FEMA assistance, a home inspection may be necessary to verify damage from the March 14-15 or April 2-22 severe storms, tornadoes and flooding. Homeowners and renters in Greene, Hot Spring, Independence, …

FEMA, SBA and the State of Texas Are Opening Disaster Recovery Centers in South Texas

AUSTIN – In coordination with the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM), FEMA and U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) staff will open four Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) on May 28 to offer face-to-face help to residents of the four South …

Ai Driven IMPACT award for Mould investigations at 76 years young

Career-ending Lifetime award in 2012 and brought back to life in 2025 at 76 using Ai LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jeff Charlton Honoured with Prestigious Industry Impact Award – A Lifetime of Achievement Reinvented …

APA Members Gain Early Access to AI Zoning Assistant with Free Trial Offer

Free Trial + 50% Off ZoningTrilogy.com — Now Smarter, Faster, and Personal TORONTO, CANADA, May 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The planning industry’s only online zoning reference evolves again—this time with Rosetta Zone, our intuitive AI zoning …

FEMA Offers Assistance for Survivors of May Tornadoes in Kentucky

FRANKFORT, Ky. – FEMA is offering a wide variety of help to people affected by the severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes from May 16-17 in Kentucky. Every homeowner or renter who suffered damage or loss is encouraged to apply.  FEMA can provide …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Laurel County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Laurel County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes from May 16-17, 2025. The new Disaster …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Pulaski County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Pulaski County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes from May 16-17, 2025. The new Disaster …

Today is the Last Day To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following February Severe Storms and Flooding

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Homeowners and renters in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Leslie,  Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike, Simpson and Woodford counties who experienced damage or losses caused by  the February severe storms and …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Meade County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Meade County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new Disaster …

Above-Normal 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season Forecast Predicts 13 To 19 Named Storms, 6 To 10 Hurricanes

Trusted Leader In Hurricane Protection Solutions Says South Florida Homeowners Should Be Prepared Prior to Season Start June 1 WEST PALM BEACH,, FL, UNITED STATES, May 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Florida continues to recover from last year …

Arkansas Survivors Affected by the April 2-22 Severe Storms, Tornadoes and Flooding Can Apply for Possible FEMA ...

LITTLE ROCK – FEMA is supporting state and local recovery efforts for Arkansas homeowners and renters in 16 counties who sustained damage from the severe storms, tornadoes and flooding that occurred April 2-22. Financial assistance is available to eligible …

Oklahoma Survivors Affected by the March Wildfires and Straight-line Winds Can Apply for Possible FEMA Assistance

OKLAHOMA CITY – FEMA is supporting state and local recovery efforts for Oklahoma homeowners and renters in seven counties who sustained damage from the wildfires and straight-line winds that occurred March 14-21. Financial assistance is available to …

South Texas Survivors Affected by the March 26-28 Severe Storms and Flooding Can Apply for Possible FEMA Assistance

AUSTIN – FEMA is supporting state and local recovery efforts for South Texas homeowners and renters in four counties who sustained damage from the severe storms and flooding that occurred March 26-28. Financial assistance is available to eligible …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Nelson County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Nelson County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new …

1 Day Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following February Severe Storms and Flooding

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Homeowners and renters in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Leslie, Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike, Simpson and Woodford counties who experienced damage or losses caused by the February severe storms and …

How To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following May Tornadoes in Kentucky

FRANKFORT, Ky. – FEMA is supporting recovery efforts for multiple disasters in Kentucky, including a new major disaster that was just declared on May 23, for severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes from May 16-17, 2025. How To Apply for FEMA …

Express Restoration Now Offers Professional Equipment Rentals in Edmond, OK

Express Restoration Launches Equipment Rental Services in Edmond, OK EDMOND, OK, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Express Restoration is proud to announce the launch of its professional equipment rental services, now available to …

South Carolina Game Warden named Governor’s State Law Enforcement Officer of the Year

SCDNR’s Lance Corporal Mike Norris becomes the Palmetto State’s Top Cop for 2024 COLUMBIA, SC, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lance Corporal Gene “Mike” Norris III, a law enforcement officer (game warden) with the S.C. …

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Missouri

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Missouri to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and wildfires on March 14-15, 2025. The President’ …

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Texas

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Texas to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms and flooding from March 26–28, 2025. The President’s action makes federal funding …