Severe Storms Kill 15, Leave 400,000 Without Power in Central U.S.

Severe storms and tornadoes ravaged Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas, killing at least 18 people and causing widespread destruction. In Texas, seven deaths were reported in Cooke County, with significant damage to homes and infrastructure. Oklahoma and Arkansas also faced fatalities and extensive damage. Tens of thousands are without power, and search and rescue operations are ongoing. The storms are part of a broader pattern of extreme weather exacerbated by climate change, impacting Memorial Day weekend travel and causing record heat in South Texas.