Massive Midwestern tornado system kills 3
A severe tornado system caused devastation in the Midwest overnight. In western Ohio, at least three people died when a tornado touched down. At least seven tornadoes were detected across Ohio and Indiana.
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Apocalyptic scenes as severe storms hit Ohio
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Funnel cloud spotted in Ohio
A massive funnel cloud was seen sweeping across the horizon in Hancock County, Ohio, on Thursday ahead of a night of violent weather that brought reported tornadoes across the Midwest.
Wave of warm temperatures hits the U.S.
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Wisconsin sees first February tornado on record amid mild winter conditions
The National Weather Service confirmed a tornado was spotted just south of Madison, reportedly the first in the state of Wisconsin during the month of February.
Tornadoes tear through New Orleans area
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South cleans up after tornadoes sweep region
Millions of people in the South are cleaning up after suspected tornadoes ripped across Georgia, Florida, Alabama and South Carolina on Tuesday. At least four people died in the storms and more than a dozen were injured. CBS News' Dave Malkoff reports from Panama City Beach, Florida.
Flooding, heavy winds hit the Northeast
Residents on Long Island and other parts of the Northeast U.S. woke up to floodwaters Wednesday. Meanwhile, the Florida panhandle is beginning to survey damage from multiple reported tornadoes Tuesday. CBS News teams in New York and Florida are following the results from the winter weather systems that have battered the U.S.
Severe weather blamed for at least 4 deaths
At least four people are dead after five suspected tornadoes touched down Tuesday in multiple states across the South. Thousands are still without power. CBS News' Dave Malkoff is in Florida following the storm. And The Weather Channel's Jordan Steele has the latest forecast.
Powerful storms tear across U.S.
Massive winter storms are impacting all 50 states, with at least four deaths blamed on severe storms in the South and hundreds of thousands of people waking up without power on the East Coast after torrential downpours and flash flooding. CBS News' Lana Zak is in New Milford, New Jersey, following the rising water there.
Storms hit South with tornadoes, dump heavy snow in Midwest
A violent storm with 55 mph winds and hail moved through the Florida Panhandle and into parts of Alabama and Georgia, along with at least several reports of radar-confirmed tornadoes, the National Weather Service said.
Florida tornadoes prompt state of emergency
Around two dozen counties in Florida remain under a tornado watch Tuesday after at least four twisters tore through the Florida Panhandle. CBS News national correspondent Dave Malkoff has the latest on the storm damage from Panama City, Florida.
Dangerous storm systems spread across U.S.
Two major storm systems are sparking weather alerts in several parts of the U.S. CBS News national environmental correspondent Dave Malkoff reports from Panama City Beach, Florida.
East Coast storm brings flooding, high wind
A major East Coast storm system has left its mark from Florida to New England. It prompted flash flooding with rainfall amounts up to 10 inches in South Carolina over the weekend. It also spawned a tornado near Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Flooded roads in the Northeast caused a messy Monday commute in the New York Metro area. Elaine Quijano reports from Jersey City, NJ.
4-month-old found alive in downed tree after deadly Tennessee tornado
Sydney Moore said that when the tornado hit their home in Clarksville, it ripped off the roof and lifted the bassinet with her son inside.
Baby found safe in tree after tornado destroys home
After a deadly and destructive tornado last weekend tore through Clarksville, Tennessee, a couple miraculously found their missing 4-month-old baby injured but alive in a downed tree. Alexandra Koehn has the story.
Taylor Swift donates $1 million to Tennessee for tornado relief
The severe storms left six people dead, dozens injured, and caused widespread damage to homes and businesses.
Mom of boy who died during tornado wants others to receive donations
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At least 6 dead after Tennessee tornadoes
Tennesseans are working to recover after deadly tornadoes tore roofs from homes and scattered debris across yards and parking lots over the weekend. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Thousands in Tennessee displaced after tornado
A tornado that swept through Tennessee killed six people over the weekend. Thousands more are now displaced as residents contend with the cleanup in the aftermath. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Tornado survivor heard cries for help
At least six people were killed as several storms tore through central Tennessee on Saturday, officials say. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez reports from Clarksville, Tennessee, where dozens of families lost most of their possessions in the storms.
Severe storms, tornadoes hit Tennessee
A series of tornadoes tore through Tennessee, killing at least six people and injuring dozens of others. The city of Clarksville was hardest hit, with an EF-3 tornado reaching wind speeds of 150 miles per hour. CBS News' Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Deadly tornadoes, freezing temps in Tennessee
More than 20,000 people are still without power and enduring freezing temperatures in Tennessee where at least six people were killed, including a toddler, after multiple tornadoes touched down in the central part of the state. Temperatures dipped to the mid-20s overnight and local authorities say they're prioritizing getting people access to heat. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez has more.
At least 6 dead after severe storms, tornadoes hit Tennessee
Nashville police identified two of the victims killed as a mother and her two-year-old son, while her other child survived.
At least 6 killed in severe Tennessee storms
At least 6 people were killed as dangerous storms swept through Tennessee, bringing tornadoes that left behind a trail of destruction. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
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Victor Willis, Village People lead singer, dies at 74
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Victor Willis, Village People lead singer, dies at 74
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