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St. Louis Tornado Devastates City, Claims Five Lives

5/20/2025

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Tornado Devastates St. Louis

A devastating EF3 tornado tore through St. Louis on Friday, leaving a trail of destruction that resulted in over $1.6 billion in damages and claiming five lives. Spanning nearly a mile wide and traveling 23 miles, it ravaged over 5,000 buildings, including schools and homes. As local authorities rally for recovery, residents grapple with the daunting task of insurance claims and rebuilding their lives.

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Kehoe Requests Disaster Aid

Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe is urgently seeking federal disaster assistance after devastating storms wreaked havoc across six counties, including St. Louis. An EF3 tornado tragically claimed five lives and left 38 injured, with damages soaring past $1 billion. The community now faces an uphill battle for recovery, emphasizing the need for swift federal support.

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Tornado Devastates St. Louis

A devastating EF3 tornado tore through St. Louis on Friday, leaving a trail of destruction that resulted in over $1.6 billion in damages and claiming five lives. Spanning nearly a mile wide and traveling 23 miles, it ravaged over 5,000 buildings, including schools and homes. As local authorities rally for recovery, residents grapple with the daunting task of insurance claims and rebuilding their lives.

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