US Tornadoes: 21 Dead in Midwest Storms

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event: A possible tornado struck southeast Kentucky.
Date: Friday night leading into Saturday (May 16-17, 2025).
Location: Primarily Laurel and Pulaski Counties, Kentucky, including the cities of London and Somerset. Areas mentioned include Sunshine Hills,
Casualties: At least 14 deaths reported, with expectations of the number increasing. Before that,officials reported 9 deaths.
damage: Significant damage to buildings, cars, trees, and infrastructure. Videos show widespread debris.
Response: emergency services are responding.States of emergency have been declared. Mutual aid calls were out.
Warnings: The National Weather Service reported a “large and extremely dangerous” tornado. Statements: Officials and emergency services have made statements about the devastation.

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