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Death Toll in Oklahoma Lowered to 24; Search for Survivors Continues

Chris Chaberski — Tue, 21 May 2013 14:50:52 +0000

Officials in Oklahoma have lowered the number of deaths suffered to 24 in the massive tornado that swept through the town of Moore Monday night. Originally, the figure had been as high as 51, probably a result of double-counting.

Safe & Well – Find Out If Loved Ones Are OK

Colleen O'Quinn — Tue, 21 May 2013 01:06:55 +0000

I used to live in Oklahoma City, and I still have friends there. If you have loved ones in Oklahoma, or anywhere else hit by tornadoes, you can click on the Safe & Well link, and check on them. Continue to send your prayers to those affected by this terrible storm. [button href="http://xlcountry.com/how-you-can-help-victims-of-the-tornado-in-oklahoma/" title="Click Here [...]

Massive Tornado Destroys Area Near Oklahoma City; At Least 51 Killed [UPDATED]

Chris Chaberski — Mon, 20 May 2013 21:17:01 +0000

An enormous tornado with a debris cloud two miles wide tore through the metropolitan area just south of Oklahoma City on Monday afternoon.

UPDATE 9:28 p.m. EST: At least 51 people were killed in the storm, including seven children from Plaza Towers Elementary School in Moore, according to KFOR in Oklahoma City. The news station reported that 75 student and staff were inside the school when the storm struck. Officials said Monday night that the search of the rubble remaining of the school had turned to a recovery mission.

Tornadoes Hit Dallas [Video]

Colleen O'Quinn — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 22:38:54 +0000

Tornadoes…some at least a half mile wide, ripped through Dallas today, causing destruction, and leaving thousands without power. Amazingly, no major injuries have been reported, and hopefully it stays that way. video platformvideo managementvideo solutionsvideo player Source: ABCNews.com

Tornadoes Ravage Midwest Leaving 13 Dead and Many Injured

Shauna Wright — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 17:59:46 +0000

A powerful storm system that spawned several tornadoes ripped through parts of the Midwest early Wednesday morning, leaving millions of dollars of damage and at least 13 people dead in its wake. Early damage photos are showing that the devastation ranges from mild to severe.