A powerful storm system brought significant rainfall, hail, and tornadoes to Texas and Oklahoma over the Easter weekend, resulting in three fatalities and extensive damage. Communities are assessing the impact, particularly in areas recovering from previous tornadoes. The National Weather Service noted 17 tornado events, with five in south-central Oklahoma, causing destruction. Moore, Oklahoma, experienced numerous flooding incidents, leading to tragic loss of life. Preliminary surveys indicated tornadoes reached EF1 status with winds up to 110 mph. Severe weather warnings are ongoing across the south-central and Midwest U.S.
On Easter Sunday, communities in Texas and Oklahoma were beginning to assess the damage wreaked by tornadoes, following a historically severe storm that impacted the region.
Police in Moore reported dozens of high-water incidents this weekend, including multiple rescues. The rapid rise in water resulted in tragic fatalities, including a woman and a young boy.
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