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2 Dead as Deadly Tornado Outbreak Ravages Plains, Threat Ongoing


A significant portion of the central United States was warned to prepare for severe storms on Monday, after tornadoes killed two elderly men and injured 21 in Oklahoma — and also hit Iowa and Kansas, NBC News reported. “After over 300 reports of severe weather on Sunday, another round of dangerous severe weather is expected Monday with the greatest threat once again in the southern Plains targeting Oklahoma and parts of Kansas, Missouri and Arkansas,” the National Weather Service said. “However, severe weather is possible much further north towards Chicago and Madison as well." The NWS issued maps showing the risk of tornadoes and storms. Click through for accounts from those who weathered the tornadoes. Get More at NBC News

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