Over the weekend, a devastating series of storms and tornadoes resulted in the tragic deaths of at least 37 people across multiple states. The National Weather Service began receiving reports of storm-related fatalities on Friday, with further confirmations continuing throughout the weekend. The affected states included Kansas, Oklahoma, Mississippi, Arkansas, Texas, Alabama, and Missouri.
A significant storm threat persisted on Sunday, spanning from Florida to the Ohio Valley, putting over 60 million people at risk, as stated by the Storm Prediction Center. Nationwide, a staggering 337,000 power outages were reported on Sunday, although this number has since decreased to 173,116,766 as of Monday morning, with restoration efforts underway.
The Storm Prediction Center documented a total of 75 tornadoes throughout this weather event. The aftermath of the storms and tornadoes left a trail of destruction, prompting the deployment of the National Guard for assistance in the affected areas.
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