Storms, Tornadoes Kill 28 In Kentucky, Missouri And Virginia

"LONDON, Ky. — Residents in Kentucky and Missouri sifted through damage in tornado-stricken neighborhoods, still on edge Sunday for more severe weather ahead after storms that killed more than two dozen people as they swept through parts of the Midwest and South.

Kentucky was hardest hit as a devastating tornado damaged hundreds of homes, tossed vehicles about and left many homeless. At least 19 people were killed, most of them in southeastern Laurel County.

Meteorologists predicted a fresh “multi-day” mix of dangerous weather conditions across the nation’s midsection with heavy rains, thunderstorms and potential tornadoes, according to the National Weather Service."

Dylan Lovan and Carolyn Kaster report for the Associated Press May 18, 2025.

SEE ALSO:

"How A Tornado Tested A Kentucky Weather Office That Cut Overnight Staff" (Washington Post)

"Internal Document Warns ‘FEMA Is Not Ready’ For Hurricane Season" (The Hill)

"Democrats Raise Alarms As National Weather Service Races To Fill Jobs Ahead Of Hurricane Season" (Politico)

"Trump Budget Would Cut Ocean Data And Leave Boaters, Anglers And Forecasters Scrambling For Info" (AP)

Source: AP, 05/19/2025