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Tornadoes, storms, hail could wreak havoc on holiday events, travel

Flood watches were posted Sunday over parts of Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri and Kansas. Major cities that could be most affected by weather included Oklahoma City, Little Rock and Memphis. A wall of moisture flowing north from the Gulf of America …

'London Strong' concerts to aid tornado relief

LONDON, Ky. (WZTV) — In the wake of the devastating May 16 tornado, the city of London is turning its Summer Concert Series into a powerful show of unity and support. The first half of the series has been reimagined as the London Strong Benefit Concerts, …

At least 12 tornadoes from May 20 storms

The twisters ranged in strength from EF0 to EF2. 94mph straight-line winds were also reported on Monte Sano. TRENTON, Ala. — More tornados have been identified from the storms that rolled across the Tennessee Valley on May 20, 2025. National Weather …

2 more tornadoes confirmed in north Alabama from May 20 storms

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - The National Weather Service has now confirmed that two more tornadoes touched down in the Tennessee Valley Tuesday night. According to NWS officials, an EF-1 tornado touched down in the Monte Sano/Moontown area with winds at …

In 2025, Tornado Alley has become almost everything east of the Rockies − and it’s been a violent year

Violent tornado outbreaks, like the storms that tore through parts of St. Louis and London, Kentucky, on May 16, have made 2025 seem like an especially active, deadly and destructive year for tornadoes. The U.S. has had more reported tornadoes than normal …

NWS says EF1 tornado touched down in Ford City

The National Weather Service says an EF-1 tornado touched down in Ford City in Colbert County during Tuesday's severe weather. The tornado touched down at 5:10 p.m. Tuesday about five miles south of Killen. It had estimated wind speeds of 105 mph and a …

Medical Aid Reaches Tornado-Impacted Communities in U.S.

By Staff Over the past week, Direct Relief has delivered 590 shipments of requested medical aid to 46 U.S. states and territories and 17 countries worldwide. The shipments contained 1.6 million defined daily doses of medication. Medications and supplies …

FEMA Designates Multiple Counties in Kentucky as Natural Disaster Areas Due to Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, ...

COLUMBUS, OHIO, – This Presidential disaster declaration allows the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) to extend much-needed emergency credit to producers recovering from natural disasters through emergency loans. …

Storms damage Drury Inn: Repairs underway in Tennessee Valley

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Repairs are underway across the Tennessee Valley just days after a storm system that spawned several tornadoes swept through the region. At the Drury Inn & Suites across from the U.S. Space & Rocket Center, a work team tended to …

Watch: Tennessee tornado shreds Jackson warehouse as it swirls near airport

Debris swirls around Jackson, Tennessee warehouse during a tornado-warned storm on Tuesday, May 20, 2025. JACKSON, Tenn. – Troopers from Tennessee's State Highway Patrol captured video of debris swirling over a warehouse in Jackson, Tennessee, on …

Bedford County tornado confirmed in Tuesday’s storms

WARTRACE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A fourth tornado in Middle Tennessee has now been confirmed from Tuesday’s storms. The National Weather Service says an EF-0 touched down in the Wartrace area in eastern Bedford County at 5:47 p.m. Tuesday. Here are instructions on …

Tennessee group helps with tornado recovery

Tennessee group helps with tornado recovery

LAUREL CO., Ky. (WKYT) - The people in this Laurel County community have a long road to recovery ahead of them, but they won’t be on this journey alone. “God tells us to go out and love our neighbors and show the compassion He shows to us. We enjoy coming …

After Trump’s FEMA Cuts, Black St. Louis Recovers From Deadly Tornadoes Alone

This story was originally published by Capital B. The sky turned an eerie green over St. Louis on May 16. Rapper and activist Antoine White, better known as T-Dubb-O, recognized the ominous hue immediately. Having family in the heart of Tornado Alley in …

Some of the Middle Tennessee county courthouses over the years

A Murfreesboro decorating company is engaged in painting the Bedford County Courthouse in Shelbyville, Tenn., here on June 5, 1964. They are hurrying up their work to have everything ready for the next day ceremonies of U.S. Rep. Ross Bass opening his …

Memorial Day weekend weather forecast: Rare nor'easter brings cooler temperatures; Ozarks to Tennessee at risk for ...

For some parts of the U.S., those planning outdoor activities for Memorial Day weekend might have to come up with a plan B. A rare nor'easter is underway in New England on Thursday, bringing strong winds and heavy rainfall. Meanwhile, multiple days of …

Despite the mountains, Knoxville still gets tornadoes - often at night

The myth that the Great Smoky Mountains protect Knoxville and East Tennessee from tornadoes is not true. Nearly half of East Tennessee tornadoes occur during the night, making it more difficult to detect activity and alert people to seek shelter. The …

48 Fast Cast - Communities begin clean-up after three tornadoes confirmed across Tennessee Valley

WEDNESDAY'S HIGH SCHOOL ROUNDUP: Tennessee High girls track team finishes third at state; Virginia High, Abingdon win ...

Bristol Herald Courier Tennessee High’s girls track and field team had another strong showing at the TSSAA Class AA state meet as the Vikings finished third in the team standings. THS scored 63 points, finishing behind Signal Mountain (80) and James Lawson …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Nebraska

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Nebraska to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe winter storm and straight-line winds from March 18-19, 2025. Public Assistance federal …

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 flooding from March 30 – April 8, 2025. Public …

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Kansas

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Kansas to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe winter storm, straight-line winds, flooding and wildfires from March 14-19, 2025. Public …

McDowell County, W.Va., Disaster Recovery Center closed for Memorial Day, permanently closing Thursday, May 29

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The FEMA-West Virginia Disaster Recovery Center in McDowell County will be closed for the Memorial Day holiday and is scheduled to close permanently Thursday, May 29, 2025, at 6 p.m. The McDowell County center offers the last in-person …

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Mississippi

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

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Daviess County

FRANKFORT, Ky. –A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Daviess 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 …

3 Days 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 …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Hart County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Hart 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 …

Another Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Jefferson County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A second Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Jefferson 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 …