30 million brace for more severe weather after deadly tornadoes

In the U.S., a series of devastating storms has resulted in significant loss of life and destruction across central and southern regions, particularly affecting Kentucky, Missouri, and other states. Since last Thursday, over 250 tornadoes have been reported, leading to at least 28 fatalities, including 19 in Kentucky. The National Weather Service has classified the situation as a multiday severe weather outbreak, predicting further storms and potential tornadoes extending across various regions. Weather conditions remain conducive for severe thunderstorms due to an enhanced jet stream, typical for May, which is known for heightened tornado activity. Areas from Texas to Illinois are particularly vulnerable, as severe weather poses ongoing risks following earlier destructive tornadoes. In Kansas and Texas, emergency services are responding to damages from recent tornado activity, and communities are left picking up the pieces after the devastation. The Storm Prediction Center has issued heightened risk alerts, forecasting dangerous thunderstorms and potential tornado occurrences throughout the workweek. As this weather pattern shifts, it is expected to impact the Tennessee Valley, threatening cities across Arkansas, Tennessee, and Alabama. While the initial storms are severe, authorities express concern for flash flooding as rains continue to accumulate. Weather forecasts indicate extreme temperatures contributing to instability, exacerbating the severe storm threat. With many areas already saturated from recent precipitation, the risk for flash flooding has increased. As first responders search for victims and assist affected residents, there are calls for federal disaster assistance, highlighting the ongoing severity of the situation. This multiday pattern of severe weather is unprecedented for the region and raises serious concerns for public safety in the days to come.