Storms kill dozens in Kentucky and at least 6 in Illinois Amazon warehouse
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear said earlier Saturday the death toll "could end up exceeding 100."
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Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear said earlier Saturday the death toll "could end up exceeding 100."
President Biden said the federal government will "provide whatever is needed" to the communities impacted by the powerful and deadly tornadoes that touched down in the central U.S. overnight Friday. Watch his remakrs here.
The mayor of Mayfield, Kentucky, said severe storms in her city have left many without power or water. She also detailed damage at a candle factory, which "completely collapsed."
"This will be, I believe, the deadliest tornado system to ever run through Kentucky," said Governor Andy Beshear.
The editor-in-chief of Western Kentucky University's newspaper detailed massive trees down, high waters making places inaccessible, downed electrical lines and demolished homes amid severe storms that hit Bowling Green, Kentucky.
"We hope there are still rescues to be made," Kathy Stewart O'Nan said. "We fear that it is now just recovery."
The university president said earlier that a student died in storms on his graduation day.
Tornadoes that occur overnight are more than twice as likely to kill a person than one that happens during the day, scientists found.
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These storm systems have amazed meteorologists and, not surprisingly, are consistent with what climate scientists expect from a warming planet.
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Remnants of Ida hit the Northeast as the storm moved north. New York saw unprecedented rainfall while tornadoes have been reported in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Maryland. CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli joins "CBSN AM" to discuss.
The remnants of Ida tore down power lines and brought historic rain, dangerous flooding and tornadoes up and down the East Coast. At least 10 people, including seven in New York City, have died. Mola Lenghi reports.
While the West copes with wildfires, Ida left a trail of destruction in Louisiana and caused several tornadoes and flooding across New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Maryland. Mola Lenghi spoke with Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers on CBSN about the storm's impact.
Remnants of Ida hit the Northeast with record-breaking rainfall and deadly flooding. New York and New Jersey declared states of emergency, and tornadoes were reported in several states. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn joins “CBSN AM” with the latest.
The storm unleashed a tornado in Annapolis, Maryland, knocking down power lines and damaging businesses.
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Heavy rainfall throughout Michigan has resulted in power outages, flooding and sewer backups.
Flash flooding and tornadoes from the tropical weather system Claudette caused more than a dozen deaths, including 10 children. Nine died in one crash that's believed to be linked to the storms. The youngest victim was just 9 months old. Jessi Mitchell reports.
Naperville, Woodbridge and Darien among hard-hit areas. Several injuries, none serious. Lots of trees and power lines down.
Parts of the Southeast are recovering from heavy winds and rainfall caused by Tropical Storm Claudette. Omar Villafranca has more.
Americans nationwide are expected to face extreme weather conditions this Memorial Day weekend, with the South bracing for storms and the eastern U.S. experiencing unusually cold temperatures. CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli has more.
It’ll be hot in the West and chilly in the East for Memorial Day weekend. CBS New York chief weathercaster Lonnie Quinn has the holiday forecast.
The central U.S. faces tornado, thunderstorm and flash flood threats, while cool air pushes east. CBS New York chief weathercaster Lonnie Quinn has the forecast.
Two separate systems are threatening the Central Plains states and the Northeast with strong wind, hail and tornadoes. CBS News weather producer David Parkinson joins CBSN to explain the storm threat and what to expect this upcoming holiday weekend.