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Deadly tornadoes rip through central and southern USA

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David Levitz
March 16, 2025

More than 30 people have been killed by violent storms and tornadoes that hit multiple US states, including Missouri, Kansas, Arkansas and Mississippi. Dozens of tornadoes have been recorded touching down since Friday.

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