Severe Storms Kill Dozens Across Midwest and Plains

Severe storms over the weekend brought tornadoes, hail, and damaging winds to multiple states across the Midwest and Plains, including Colorado, Wyoming, Kansas, Oklahoma, Kentucky, and Missouri. Colorado saw several tornado touchdowns in Adams, Arapahoe, and Elbert counties, damaging homes and buildings but causing no reported injuries, while Denver International Airport experienced significant flight delays. Kansas and Oklahoma faced tornado warnings and large hail, with widespread property damage but no reported injuries. Kentucky was hit hardest, with at least 19 fatalities and hundreds of homes damaged, while Missouri reported five storm-related deaths, particularly in the St. Louis area. The National Weather Service continues to warn of additional severe weather, particularly in northeastern Colorado and surrounding regions, with storms expected into Monday. Residents are being urged to seek shelter during warnings and use local assistance centers as the severe weather threat persists.