Tornadoes wreak havoc across US Midwest and South, leaving death and destruction in their wake.

At least 26 people were killed and dozens of tornadoes were reported in eight US states, causing destruction to homes and businesses, and leaving neighborhoods in ruins. The storms also caused wildfires in Oklahoma and blizzard conditions in the Upper Midwest. Recovery efforts are underway, with utility crews restoring power and workers clearing debris. The National Weather Service warned that the same weather conditions from Friday night are expected to return on Tuesday. Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders declared a state of emergency and activated the National Guard, while requesting a major disaster declaration from President Joe Biden to support recovery efforts with federal resources.