According to officials, the death toll from a significant storm system that struck the south-central and eastern United States with destructive winds and tornadoes increased to at least 29 by Sunday.
The National Weather Service on Saturday warned of thunderstorms moving across the eastern third of the United States, likely resulting in power outages and downed trees from winds with gusts over 60 mph
US South and Midwest, torn apart by devastating tornadoes over the weekend, are picking up the pieces on Sunday after the storms left at least 26 people dead. Meanwhile, the Southern Plains are preparing to battle another round of severe storms later today. Over 50 tornadoes ripped apart several regions in seven states, wreaking unprecedented destruction, with houses and businesses crushed, building without roofs and vehicles scattered.