Mississippi Tornados Kill At Least 23

100,000+ Without Power

At least 23 people have died and dozens more are injured or missing after a powerful tornado swept through the towns of Silver City and Rolling Fork in Mississippi last night. Rolling Fork, located in Sharkey County, was described as "obliterated" by local officials.

The devastating tornado was part of a series of 11 reported across Mississippi and Alabama over the last 24 hours. As a result, massive power outages have been reported in the affected states, with more than 100,000 homes and businesses losing power, according to tracking site PowerOutage.us.

Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves took to Twitter to express his condolences, saying, “The loss will be felt in these towns forever. Please pray for God’s hand to be over all who lost family and friends.” Meanwhile, the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency released a statement saying, “We have numerous local and state search and rescue teams that continue to work this morning. A number of assets are on the ground to assist those that have been impacted.”

First responders were able to rescue seven people who were trapped at a group home as trees and power lines collapsed on homes. The sheriff’s office also responded to an overturned trailer and an overturned camper with persons trapped inside.

Jordan Hall @JordanHallWX

First Light of Rolling Fork Mississippi after a Violent #Tornado last night. #mswx @SevereStudios @MyRadarWX

Zachary Hall @WxZachary

Collection of videos showcasing the significance of damage in Rolling Fork, Mississippi. Vehicles tossed, building demolished, etc. @VortexChasing

Brian Krassenstein @krassenstein

BREAKING: At least 23 Mississippi residents have been reported dead after a strong tornado struck the towns of Silver City and Rolling Fork last night. Further details of this horrible tragedy below: - 23 Dead, but dozens are injured or still missing. - Rolling Fork,… https://t.co/WXEKEmr7Dl

BIG DAVE @2bz4thot

🚨Per Amory, Mississippi fire scanner: “All of north Amory is gone”. Multiple gas leaks and major damage reported after tornado. Responders having hard time moving through streets due to debris. Forecast Center says debris was being lofted at least 16,000 feet in the air. 🙏🙏🙏

R A W S A L E R T S @rawsalerts

🚨#BREAKING: Reports of Multiple confirmed fatalities including a 1-year-old baby after a destructive Tornado went through 📌#RollingFork | #Mississippi Currently Multiple confirmed fatalities have been reported after a Mile wide Catastrophic tornado … https://t.co/v4YL7oftl0

This latest tornado has added to the already devastating number of tornado-related deaths in the US this year. According to reports, 278 Americans have died from tornadoes in 2023 alone.

The impact of the tornado will undoubtedly be felt in the affected towns for years to come. The loss of life and destruction of property serves as a reminder of the immense power of nature and the importance of being prepared for severe weather events.