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Deadly Storms and Tornadoes Claim 28 Lives in Midwest

5/18/2025

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Devastating storms and tornadoes ravaged the Upper Midwest and Mideast on May 16, claiming at least 28 lives, with Laurel County, Kentucky, bearing the brunt of the tragedy. The National Weather Service reported widespread destruction, leaving thousands of homes damaged and ominous weather warnings looming for the weekend ahead.

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Devastating storms and tornadoes ravaged the Upper Midwest and Mideast on May 16, claiming at least 28 lives, with Laurel County, Kentucky, bearing the brunt of the tragedy. The National Weather Service reported widespread destruction, leaving thousands of homes damaged and ominous weather warnings looming for the weekend ahead.