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Kentucky Governor: Tornado On Ground For Over 200 Miles

Kentucky Governor: Tornado On Ground For Over 200 Miles

Kentucky Governor: Tornado On Ground For Over 200 Miles

MAYFIELD, Ky. (AP) — Kentucky’s governor says a devastating tornado touched down for 227 miles — more than 200 in his state — and deaths were feared in 10 counties.

Gov. Andy Beshear said at a news conference Saturday that at least 70 people were feared dead in Kentucky, and the death toll could exceed 100.

Severe storms moved through the area Friday night and caused catastrophic damage across multiple states.

Beshear said about 110 people were in a Mayfield candle factory hit by a tornado.

Local officials said national guard members and emergency workers from across the state were pouring into Mayfield to help with the search and rescue operation.

Amy Meno and Brooklyn Rogers search for belongings after a devastating outbreak of tornadoes ripped through several U.S. states in Earlington, Kentucky, U.S. December 11, 2021. REUTERS/Cheney Orr
Bill Mosley walks with his wife Bonnie while carrying two of his guns, the only items he was able to recover after their home was destroyed, as a devastating outbreak of tornadoes ripped through several U.S. states in Earlington, Kentucky, U.S. December 11, 2021. REUTERS/Cheney Orr TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

 

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