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Mississippi tornado kills 23
Updated On: 26 March, 2023 08:21 AM IST | Rolling Fork | Agencies
Tornadoes that tore through the state on Friday night saw hail the size of golf balls, destroyed buildings and knocked out power for more than 49,000 residents
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An aerial image shows damage to the roof of an industrial building after a tornado hit during a winter storm in Montebello. Pic/AFP
Emergency officials in Mississippi said 23 people have been killed as of 6.20 am on Saturday by tornadoes that tore through the state on Friday night, destroying buildings and knocking out power as severe weather that produced hail the size of golf balls moved through several southern states.
The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency confirmed dozens of injuries and four people missing throughout the state. The agency said in a Twitter post that search and rescue teams from numerous local and state agencies were deployed along with personnel to assist those impacted by the tornadoes. The National Weather Service confirmed a tornado caused damage about 96 kilometres northeast of Jackson, Mississippi. The rural towns of Silver City and Rolling Fork reported destruction as the tornado swept northeast at 113 kph without weakening, racing towards Alabama into the night.
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