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A round of tornadoes ripped through the Midwest, including Indiana and Illinois, killing an elderly couple in Indiana and causing widespread damage as an EF-3 storm with about 150 mph winds traveled roughly 36 miles; more than 100 structures were damaged, at least 10 people were injured, and rescue efforts and shelter operations continued as storms moved on.
Severe storms and multiple tornadoes struck the Chicago area Tuesday night into Wednesday, destroying a motel and other buildings in Kankakee County, causing power outages and road closures while Red Cross shelters opened. The National Weather Service is surveying damage and has confirmed an EF-3 tornado in Kankakee County; in Lake Village, Indiana, two people were killed and several injured amid widespread devastation.
An EF-3 tornado devastated Winchester, Indiana, destroying Freedom Life Church and injuring nearly 40 people. Despite the loss of their building, the church remains resilient, with the pastor emphasizing that their faith and community are unshaken. The congregation is rallying to support those affected by the tornado and plans to rebuild, with services temporarily held at a community center.
The National Weather Service has confirmed eight tornadoes across Ohio this week, ranging in scale from EF-1 to EF-3, with at least three people killed in Logan County. Communities are still cleaning up from the damage, and the NWS continues to provide updates as they become available.
The National Weather Service in Tallahassee has released preliminary data on several tornadoes that occurred in Northwest Florida, including an EF-3 tornado in the Lower Grand Lagoon to Panama City area, an EF-2 tornado in the Lynn Haven to Deer Park Lake area, and an EF-1 tornado in NW Calhoun County and SE Jackson County. Additionally, a storm produced EF-2 damage in Central Jackson County, injuring seven people in an RV park. Further storm reports from other areas in Northwest Florida are expected to be released soon.
A powerful EF-3 tornado tore through a Pfizer plant in North Carolina, partially destroying the facility and leveling its roof. The tornado packed winds of up to 150 mph and caused significant damage, including tossing about 50,000 pallets of medicine. While experts fear potential long-term shortages, the FDA does not expect an immediate significant impact on drug supply. Pfizer employees and contractors were able to evacuate safely, and the company is taking steps to mitigate any potential shortages by seeking additional sources and asking other manufacturers to ramp up production.
A powerful EF-3 tornado tore through North Carolina, damaging a Pfizer plant, causing injuries to at least 16 people, and shutting down a major interstate. The tornado was on the ground for 16.5 miles, with peak winds of 150 mph. Several structures were flattened, including the Pfizer facility, which suffered severe damage. A couple survived when their home was ripped from its foundation and flung across the yard. Downed power lines, a gas leak, and other severe damage prompted authorities to urge people to stay off roads.
The tornado that hit Matador, Texas, on Wednesday has been rated an EF-3 by the National Weather Service, making it the deadliest twister in Texas since 2015. The tornado killed four people and injured 15 others, causing significant damage to the town. The storm survey showed that the tornado touched down north of Matador and was on the ground for 9.4 miles, with maximum winds of 165 mph. At least 73 people across the U.S. have been killed by tornadoes this year.
An EF-3 tornado hit Virginia Beach on Sunday night, causing an estimated $15 million in residential damage and rendering 36 homes uninhabitable. No injuries were reported. The tornado was 400 yards wide and had a 4.5-mile path. The city has declared a local state of emergency, and relief efforts are underway. The Great Neck Recreation Center served as a shelter for residents affected by the storm. Virginia Beach Public Schools announced that three schools in the Great Neck area would be closed on Monday. Several GoFundMe pages have been started to help support community members who have faced home damage.
The National Weather Service has rated the tornado that hit parts of Sussex County in Delaware on Saturday as an EF-3, with winds reaching 140 mph. It is the strongest tornado to hit the state in over 60 years and the first to cause a death in 40 years. The tornado traveled 14.3 miles in about 20 minutes, causing damage to over 60 buildings and knocking down trees and power lines. The tornado dissipated after reaching Ellendale, and there were no other serious injuries reported.
An EF-3 tornado with peak winds of 160 mph occurred early Saturday morning in northern Madison County, Alabama, and southeastern Lincoln County, Tennessee, resulting in one fatality reported at a home on Borderline Road along the Tennessee-Alabama state line. The tornado caused heavy damage to multiple structures, including stores, and destroyed several farm/outbuildings housing farm equipment. The Nashville NWS office will be surveying damage from likely tornadoes across several counties over the next few days.
An EF-3 tornado hit Troup County in Georgia, causing significant damage to over 100 structures, destroying 30 to 40, and injuring five people. The tornado also caused heavy rain, leading to the evacuation of around 30 families in Spalding County. The Red Cross is providing temporary shelter and assistance to those who lost their homes. The clean-up process is expected to be long, and crews are still surveying the damage in Upson County.
A dangerous tornado outbreak is expected to hit the South on Friday, with intense, long-track tornadoes reaching EF-3 or higher. Damaging winds, large hail, and flash flooding are also possible from Oklahoma to Pennsylvania. The storm system will bring snow to Iowa and Michigan on Saturday morning before moving into the Northeast with rainy, windy, and chilly conditions.