Deadly Tornadoes Ravage Mississippi, Leaving Devastation in Their Wake
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A powerful tornado swept through the rural town of Rolling Fork, Mississippi, killing at least 21 people and leaving hundreds of homes and buildings destroyed or damaged. The death toll was especially steep in Sharkey County, where 13 people died, including Lonnie and Melissa Pierce, who were described as "good" and "the best" by their neighbors. The community is coming together to recover from the devastating storm, which left many feeling like they had lost family members.
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