At least 26 dead as severe storms impact multiple states

A massive storm system sweeping across the U.S. has resulted in at least 26 confirmed deaths, with eight fatalities occurring in a dust storm-induced crash involving over 50 vehicles in Kansas. The Kansas Highway Patrol reported that the incident took place due to near-zero visibility caused by the dust storm. Missouri has been particularly hard-hit, with at least 12 fatalities linked to tornadoes that destroyed homes and infrastructure. Eyewitnesses described horrific scenes of devastation in affected areas, where rescuers have been working tirelessly to assist survivors. Additionally, wildfires in Oklahoma have claimed four lives, adding to the overall toll of the severe weather outbreak. As cleanup efforts continue, authorities are urging caution as further extreme weather is expected in the coming days.