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Kentucky tornado survivors recount harrowing experiences amid cleanup efforts

Survivors of the deadly tornadoes that struck parts of Kentucky continue to sift through the rubble as widespread cleanup efforts were underway in Laurel County, about 90 miles south of Lexington.

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AP Explains: Volunteers clean up after tornado devastates London, Kentucky

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Nearly 30 Dead After Tornadoes Rip Across Midwest, Devastating Missouri, Kentucky

Residents dig out after severe weather, tornados killed at least 27. Here's what to know.

Disastrous systems sweeping across the Midwest have left at least 26 dead, including nine people killed after a tornado sparked what authorities called a mass casualty event in southeastern Kentucky.

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At least 28 dead as tornadoes, storms batter states from the Heartland to the East Coast

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What to Know About the Tornadoes That Ripped Through the Central U.S.

At least 28 dead as tornadoes and thunderstorms strike three states

At least 28 people have died in severe weather that swept from the lower Midwest to the South over the weekend, with Missouri and Kentucky suffering the worst of it, authorities said.

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"Like a war zone': Central U.S. digs out after damaging tornadoes sweep through

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Storms and tornadoes continue to ravage central US after killing dozens

Kentucky, Laurel County and tornado

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Kentucky fire major died trying to save wife’s life when Laurel County tornado struck

Major Leslie Leatherman, a 39-year veteran of the Laurel County Fire Department, was tragically killed while responding to a fire alarm when the tornado touched down.

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Laurel County firefighter died while rescuing wife from east Kentucky tornado

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Recovery efforts underway in Kentucky county after deadly tornado

At least 19 dead in Kentucky tornadoes. What we know as cleanup, storm surveys continue

At least 19 people have died from tornadoes in Kentucky, Gov. Andy Beshear said as of May 18.

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Continuing look at the impact of the tornado on Laurel County

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Devastating tornado destroys homes in Kentucky

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Kentucky neighborhoods hit by tornado to evacuate ahead of next round of storms

Mandatory evacuations will be conducted Tuesday in London ahead of another dangerous storm system expected to move through an already ravaged community, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear announced Tuesday. Residents of two neighborhoods hit especially hard in London are required to evacuate by 6 p.

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LIVE: Gov. Beshear giving update on Kentucky's response to deadly tornado outbreak

Gov. Andy Beshear is giving a live update on the impacts of the deadly May 16 tornado that hit Kentucky and the state's ongoing response.

Historic planes torn to shreds by EF3 tornado in Kentucky

AccuWeather's Ali Reid is in London, Kentucky, where recovery is underway after an EF3 tornado tore through the region. Many historic planes at the city's airport were destroyed by the tornado.

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Kentucky governor praises federal response to tornado, downplaying cuts at NWS

Gov. Andy Beshear praised the Trump administration’s response to a deadly tornado in his state, even as he worried about cuts at NWS.

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19 killed in long, powerful tornado that hit southern Kentucky; search for survivors continues

An apparent powerful tornado tore through Russell, Pulaski and Laurel County in Kentucky late Friday night, leaving a trail of destruction and killing several.

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Kentucky mother describes son’s last moments as tornado collapsed building

Marshall Miracle is the youngest of the confirmed victims of two tornadoes that touched down late the night of May 16 in southeastern Kentucky. In addition to the Hills, Marshall was also the son of Chad Miracle and wife Traci Miracle. Marshall was a father himself and doted on his son, Noah James Miracle, who is nearly 6.

Families miraculously survive deadly Kentucky tornado by taking shelter in bathtubs — but town destroyed

Families hunkered down in their bathrooms and emerged to find their homes gone when a deadly tornado barreled through the community of London, Kentucky, on Friday, leaving behind only foundations

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Short staffing at NWS in Kentucky did not affect tornado warnings for deadly storms, union says

The Jackson, Kentucky, office is one of at least four such facilities across the country that is so short-staffed that it is no longer routinely operating 24/7.

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Firefighter killed while shielding wife from tornado

LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. ( WKYT /Gray News) - A firefighter was killed while shielding his wife during an outbreak of tornadoes in Kentucky Friday night. Major Leslie Leatherman was responding to an emergency call from his home when a tornado struck the area, causing widespread damage and several casualties.

Tri-State community gathers donations to support southeastern Kentucky tornado victims

Compassion shines as Tri-State volunteers collect essential donations for southeastern Kentucky tornado victims, including food and supplies for both people and pets.