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May 11, 2024 at 12:42 AM

Severe storms on the move as 105 tornadoes reported across the country since Monday

Since Monday, there have been over 105 reported tornadoes across the country. On Thursday alone, at least five tornadoes were reported in Iowa, Missouri, Georgia, and Mississippi.
May 11, 2024 at 12:42 AM
VIDEO: Severe storms on the move as 105 tornadoes reported across the country since Monday
May 10, 2024 at 10:32 PM

At least 125 tornadoes reported across the country since Monday

There have been at least 125 reported tornadoes across the country since Monday.
May 10, 2024 at 10:32 PM
A storm damaged house is seen along Blackburn Lane, Thursday, May 9, 2024, in Columbia, Tenn.
May 10, 2024 at 12:13 AM

Tornadoes strike across heartland, with more severe weather on the way

Thirteen tornadoes were reported in the past 24 hours across Kansas, Tennessee and Illinois. Following an outbreak of deadly storms in the Midwest and South, the risk of tornadoes continues.
May 10, 2024 at 12:13 AM
VIDEO: Tornadoes strike across heartland, with more severe weather on the way
May 9, 2024 at 11:52 PM

Tornadoes strike across 7 states with more severe weather on the way

As of Thursday afternoon, at least 17 tornadoes had been reported in the previous 24 hours across seven states.
May 9, 2024 at 11:52 PM
John Bernhardt searches for his belongings outside his storm-damaged home Thursday, May 9, 2024, in Columbia, Tenn.
May 9, 2024 at 3:13 PM

New round of tornadoes slam Heartland

Deadly tornadoes left a path of destruction in the South as more than 60 million Americans brace for severe weather.
May 9, 2024 at 3:13 PM
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May 9, 2024 at 1:19 AM

50 million Americans under severe weather threats amid multiday tornado outbreak

More than 50 million Americans, from Texas to Missouri to the Carolinas, are under severe weather and tornado threats Wednesday night.
May 9, 2024 at 1:19 AM
Residents assess the damage and sort through debris after a tornado hit damaging and destroying several homes at Pavilion Estates in Kalamazoo, Michigan, on May 8, 2024.
May 8, 2024 at 10:38 PM

What is a tornado emergency and how is it different from a warning or a watch?

Tornado emergencies have been called in Michigan, Nebraska, Iowa and more states over the past few weeks during recent periods of severe weather
May 8, 2024 at 10:38 PM
A storm damaged mobile home is surrounded by debris at Pavilion Estates mobile home park just east of Kalamazoo, Mich. Wednesday, May 8, 2024. A tornado ripped through the area the evening of May 7. (AP Photo/Joey Cappelletti)
May 8, 2024 at 6:48 PM

57 million people in tornado storm zone

Tuesday saw another 20 reported tornadoes across five states.
May 8, 2024 at 6:48 PM
VIDEO: 57 million people in tornado storm zone
May 8, 2024 at 3:36 PM

FedEx Employees in Michigan trapped in building during tornado

Portage, Michigan, emergency crews are currently working through the damage.
May 8, 2024 at 3:36 PM
VIDEO: FedEx Employees in Michigan trapped in building during tornado
May 8, 2024 at 3:02 PM

Michigan Governor declares state of emergency in parts of state over tornadoes

The National Weather Service warned there was a "confirmed large and destructive tornado" over Union City at 6:11 p.m. ET Tuesday.
May 8, 2024 at 3:02 PM
The National Weather Service warned there was a "confirmed large and destructive tornado" over Union City at 6:11 p.m. ET Tuesday.
May 8, 2024 at 2:58 PM

Twisters leave trail of destruction in Midwest

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer declared a state of emergency after at least nine tornadoes hit the area on Tuesday.
May 8, 2024 at 2:58 PM
VIDEO: Twisters leave trail of destruction in Midwest
May 8, 2024 at 10:32 AM

Michigan Governor declares state of emergency in parts of state over tornadoes

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has declared a state of emergency in areas of Michigan due to the tornadoes that hit the area Tuesday.
May 8, 2024 at 10:32 AM
A FedEx facility in Portage was heavily damaged by a tornado, May 7, 2024.
May 8, 2024 at 12:57 AM

19 tornadoes reported in 7 states across the Plains

Severe weather caused 19 tornadoes across seven states, with more expected on Wednesday. The twisters were reported in Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma, Missouri, Tennessee and South Dakota.
May 8, 2024 at 12:57 AM
VIDEO: 19 tornadoes reported in 7 states across the Plains
May 7, 2024 at 3:18 PM

Deadly weather outbreak in middle of country

At least one person is dead in Oklahoma after 16 tornadoes were reported in six states.
May 7, 2024 at 3:18 PM
VIDEO: Deadly weather outbreak in middle of country
May 7, 2024 at 1:57 PM

Reported tornadoes cause damage in Heartland

Life-threatening storms have turned deadly, leaving wide swaths of destruction as they sweep through states in the Heartland.
May 7, 2024 at 1:57 PM
VIDEO: Reported tornadoes cause damage in Heartland
May 7, 2024 at 9:42 AM

Tornado forecast: NOAA issues 'high risk' alert for intense, long-track tornadoes

Potentially intense and historic tornadoes are in the forecast for Oklahoma and other nearby states on Monday, according to NOAA.
May 7, 2024 at 9:42 AM
A tornado spins as cars pass on U.S. 277, west of Hawley, Texas, May 2, 2024.
May 7, 2024 at 12:03 AM

NOAA issues 'high risk' alert for intense, long-track tornadoes

Potentially historic tornadoes are forecast for Oklahoma and nearby states. This is the first "high risk" severe storm alert this year and the first in Oklahoma since 2019.
May 7, 2024 at 12:03 AM
VIDEO: NOAA issues 'high risk' alert for intense, long-track tornadoes
May 6, 2024 at 11:01 PM

Is there a climate change link to deadly, destructive tornadoes?

Spring is bringing multiple tornado outbreaks across the country. ABC News' chief climate correspondent Ginger Zee explains if climate change plays a part.
May 6, 2024 at 11:01 PM
VIDEO: Is there a climate change link to deadly, destructive tornadoes?
May 6, 2024 at 8:01 PM

Severe weather impacting Texas, Oklahoma

ABC News' Somara Theodore reports on the relentless rain impacting Texas and tornados hitting Oklahoma. Plus, a look ahead for the next storm on the move.
May 6, 2024 at 8:01 PM
VIDEO: Severe weather impacting Texas, Oklahoma
May 6, 2024 at 12:42 PM

9-year-old speaks out after helping to save parents amid tornado

Branson, 9, ran alone for help after a tornado struck his family in Oklahoma.
May 6, 2024 at 12:42 PM
9-year-old Branson is being credited for helping to save his parents Marvin Wayne Baker and Lindy Baker.
May 4, 2024 at 6:03 PM

Texas police officer dies after being injured when a tornado struck his home

A Texas police officer has died of injuries he suffered when a tornado struck his home
May 4, 2024 at 6:03 PM
May 4, 2024 at 12:43 AM

Tornado spotted in central Texas

Dramatic video shows a large tornado touching down near homes in central Texas. Gov. Greg Abbott issued a disaster declaration for dozens of counties as the state was pummeled by severe storms.
May 4, 2024 at 12:43 AM
Tornado spotted in central Texas
May 3, 2024 at 6:53 PM

Tornadoes and flash flooding hit Texas

At least one tornado was confirmed near Abilene as parts of Texas also reported 28 inches of rain in 48 hours. ABC News’ Sam Champion has the latest severe weather threats.
May 3, 2024 at 6:53 PM
VIDEO: Tornadoes and flash flooding hit Texas
May 3, 2024 at 2:16 PM

Houston area faces 'life-threatening' flood conditions as severe weather hits Texas

Gov. Greg Abbott has issued a disaster declaration for dozens of counties in Texas on Thursday as severe weather and flooding threaten the state.
May 3, 2024 at 2:16 PM
Gov. Greg Abbott has issued a disaster declaration for dozens of counties in Texas on Thursday as severe weather and flooding threaten the state
May 2, 2024 at 2:59 PM

Tornado threat in the Heartland

ABC News chief meteorologist Ginger Zee is tracking the latest severe weather threats across the country.
May 2, 2024 at 2:59 PM
VIDEO: Tornado threat in the Heartland
May 2, 2024 at 12:16 AM

15 reported tornadoes in the last 24 hours from Texas to Iowa

Texas, Oklahoma, and Kansas residents face a high risk of flash flooding and tornadoes.
May 2, 2024 at 12:16 AM
VIDEO: 15 reported tornadoes in the last 24 hours from Texas to Iowa
May 1, 2024 at 4:15 PM

Area recently hit with 13 reported tornadoes expected to encounter more severe storms

Residents in Kansas, Oklahoma, and Texas are at risk for severe flash flooding in addition to more tornadoes.
May 1, 2024 at 4:15 PM
VIDEO: Area recently hit with 13 reported tornadoes expected to encounter more severe storms
April 30, 2024 at 3:10 PM

Severe storms bring possible tornadoes to areas already devastated by flooding

Residents in Polk County, Texas, are under mandatory evacuation orders due to the severe weather.
April 30, 2024 at 3:10 PM
VIDEO: Severe storms bring possible tornadoes to areas already devastated by flooding
April 30, 2024 at 11:47 AM

Texas tornado critically injures police lieutenant, department says

James Waller, a 22-year veteran of the force, was critically injured and remained hospitalized on Monday, law enforcement said.
April 30, 2024 at 11:47 AM
Police tape at a crime scene.
April 30, 2024 at 1:46 AM

By The Numbers: Tornadoes

A look at the numbers behind the devastating costs of tornadoes.
April 30, 2024 at 1:46 AM
VIDEO: By The Numbers: Tornadoes
April 29, 2024 at 6:11 PM

Deadly tornado outbreak leaves trail of destruction

At least five deaths, including one of a 4-month-old child in Oklahoma, were confirmed Sunday from a severe storm that swept through the heartland.
April 29, 2024 at 6:11 PM
VIDEO: Deadly tornado outbreak leaves trail of destruction
April 29, 2024 at 3:04 PM

Tornadoes leave trail of destruction as 4 injured, hundreds of homes damaged

A multi-day tornado outbreak continued Saturday with powerful storms expected from Texas to the Great Lakes.
April 29, 2024 at 3:04 PM
This traffic cam image obtained from the Nebraska Department of Transportation shows a tornado crossing Interstate Highway 80 near Waverly, Nebraska, on April 26, 2024.
April 29, 2024 at 12:56 AM

Deadly tornado outbreak levels towns in heartland

There have been more than 100 tornadoes in the last three days, with millions under threat for more severe weather in the South. At least four are dead in Oklahoma.
April 29, 2024 at 12:56 AM
VIDEO: Deadly tornado outbreak levels towns in heartland
April 28, 2024 at 7:43 PM

Tornadoes rip through the heartland

Destructive storms tore through the heartland with dozens of reported tornadoes. Plus, another round of storms is expected on Sunday.
April 28, 2024 at 7:43 PM
VIDEO: Tornadoes rip through the heartland
April 27, 2024 at 4:00 PM

Millions on alert for tornadoes

Dozens of twisters have been reported in the Omaha, Nebraska, area and millions are under severe weather alerts today from Texas to the Great Lakes.
April 27, 2024 at 4:00 PM
VIDEO: Millions on alert for tornadoes
April 27, 2024 at 12:06 AM

More than 2 dozen reported tornadoes in 3 states amid outbreak in the Plains

The highest tornado threat exists from the Dallas region north to Des Moines, Iowa.
April 27, 2024 at 12:06 AM
A possible tornado is seen in Lincoln, Neb., April 26, 2024.
April 23, 2024 at 7:40 PM

How communities came together after Nashville tornado

Cesar Bautista discusses how immigrant communities helped one another after the December storm.
April 23, 2024 at 7:40 PM
Cesar Bautista discusses how immigrant communities helped one another after the December storm.
April 18, 2024 at 11:35 PM

Threat of tornadoes currently moving from Texas to Indiana

The severe weather will stretch from Texas to Indiana, with the highest threat for tornadoes in Missouri and Illinois.
April 18, 2024 at 11:35 PM
VIDEO: Threat of tornadoes currently moving from Texas to Indiana
April 18, 2024 at 2:30 PM

At least 27 reported tornadoes touch down in 7 states

ABC News Chief Meteorologist Ginger Zee reports on the severe weather as millions brace for a new round of storms.
April 18, 2024 at 2:30 PM
VIDEO: At least 27 reported tornadoes touch down in 7 states
April 17, 2024 at 3:27 PM

Tornado threat in the Ohio Valley

Millions are bracing for severe weather in the Ohio Valley with possible tornadoes. expected. ABC News' Rob Marciano reports from Smithville, Missouri.
April 17, 2024 at 3:27 PM
VIDEO: Tornado threat in the Ohio Valley
April 17, 2024 at 12:18 AM

Severe storm system with threat of tornadoes approaching Midwest

A potentially devastating storm system with tornadoes, damaging winds and hail is forecast to sweep across the Midwest and the Heartland on Tuesday.
April 17, 2024 at 12:18 AM
VIDEO: Severe storm system with threat of tornadoes approaching Midwest
1 month ago

14 confirmed tornadoes from Texas to Florida amid severe storm warnings

A tornado watch has been issued for parts of Kentucky, West Virginia, Ohio and Pennsylvania through 9 p.m. ET Thursday night.
1 month ago
A woman exits a tornado damaged building on April 3, 2024 in Sunbright, Tenn.
1 month ago

Severe storms trigger tornado warnings

Kentucky is under a state of emergency as multiple tornado warnings have been issued throughout the Midwest.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Severe storms trigger tornado warnings
1 month ago

Severe weather, possible tornadoes headed toward Heartland and Midwest

Severe weather is in the forecast for the Heartland and the Midwest, with damaging winds, large hail and even a few strong tornadoes possible.
1 month ago
A thunderstorm moves into the town of Hermann, MO,  Aug. 26, 2023.
1 month ago

Tornadoes reported in South as major spring storm moves through

ABC News chief meteorologist Ginger Zee tracks the latest severe weather forecast.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Tornadoes reported in South as major spring storm moves through
2 months ago

The latest on Rolling Fork after tornado disaster

"GMA" catches up with Tracy Harden on the journey of recovery and rebuilding of her beloved hometown diner one year after a tornado devastated her Mississippi town.
2 months ago
VIDEO: The latest on Rolling Fork after tornado disaster
2 months ago

At least 5 tornadoes reported in the Plains

ABC News chief meteorologist Ginger Zee tracks the latest severe weather on the move, with 13 states on alert for heavy snow in the Heartland and potential tornadoes in the South.
2 months ago
VIDEO: At least 5 tornadoes reported in South
2 months ago

Path to recovery after deadly tornadoes hit the heartland

Communities begin to rebuild after deadly tornadoes stormed through the heartland, hitting seven states, killing three and injuring dozens.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Path to recovery after deadly tornadoes hit the heartland
2 months ago

Deadly tornadoes in the heartland

At least three people were killed and homes and businesses were destroyed in central Ohio.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Deadly tornadoes in the heartland
2 months ago

3 dead after storms, tornadoes tear through Midwest and South

At least 21 tornadoes were confirmed to have touched down on Wednesday and Thursday across seven states.
2 months ago
Residents of Lakeview, Ohio survey the damage following a severe storm, March 15, 2024.