Official: 6 dead, including children, as large tornado roars through central Iowa

Official: 6 dead, including children, as large tornado roars through central Iowa

DES MOINES, Iowa — Six people were killed Saturday when a tornado swept through central Iowa, damaging buildings and knocking down trees and power lines, authorities said. Emergency management officials in Madison County said four were injured in addition to those killed when the tornado touched down in the area southwest of Des Moines at about 4:30 p.m. Among those killed were children and adults. Madison County Emergency Management Director Diogenes Ayala said 25 to…

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Saturday tornadoes kill 6 in Madison County, 1 in Lucas County

Saturday tornadoes kill 6 in Madison County, 1 in Lucas County

The National Weather Service in Des Moines plans to survey the storm damage on Sunday and through the upcoming week. IOWA, USA — A tornado in Madison County killed six people Saturday — four adults and two children under the age of five — and injured four other adults, Madison County Emergency Management announced at a press conference. Emergency managers in Lucas County confirmed an additional fatality in a rural area southeast of Chariton, bringing…

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Lucas County confirms 1 death following tornado; Madison County says 6 killed

Lucas County confirms 1 death following tornado; Madison County says 6 killed

The National Weather Service in Des Moines plans to survey the storm damage on Sunday and through the upcoming week. IOWA, USA — A tornado in Madison County killed six people Saturday — four adults and two children under the age of five — and injured four other adults, Madison County Emergency Management announced at a press conference. Emergency managers in Lucas County confirmed an additional fatality in a rural area southeast of Chariton, bringing…

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Six dead and four injured in Saturday tornado, Madison County Emergency Management says

Six dead and four injured in Saturday tornado, Madison County Emergency Management says

The National Weather Service in Des Moines plans to survey the storm damage on Sunday and through the upcoming week. IOWA, USA — A tornado in Madison County killed six people Saturday — four adults and two children under the age of five — and injured four other adults, Madison County Emergency Management announced at a press conference. Three of the adults are in serious condition, and one was transported to a Des Moines hospital…

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Official: 6 dead as large tornado roars through central Iowa

Official: 6 dead as large tornado roars through central Iowa

By The Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa — Six people were killed Saturday when a tornado swept through central Iowa, damaging buildings and knocking down trees and power lines, authorities said. Emergency management officials in Madison County said six people died and four were injured when the tornado touch down in the area southwest of Des Moines at about 4:30 p.m. Among those killed were children and adults. Madison County Emergency Management Director Diogenes Ayala…

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North Carolina Severe Weather Preparedness week kicks off Sunday

North Carolina Severe Weather Preparedness week kicks off Sunday

March 5, 2022 WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Next week is North Carolina’s annual Severe Weather Preparedness Week, running from March 6th through March 12th. The National Weather Service and the North Carolina Department of Public Safety are teaming up to bring this severe weather safety campaign to all of North Carolina’s residents. With warmer weather quickly approaching, now is the time to prepare for the severe weather season. Severe weather preparedness week focuses on a…

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Brooks County officials urge south Falfurrias residents to evacuate due to wildfire

Brooks County officials urge south Falfurrias residents to evacuate due to wildfire

Brooks County officials urged residents in south Falfurrias to evacuate due to a wildfire that affected at least 10 structures Friday afternoon. Brooks County Judge Eric Ramos went live on Facebook around 4:30 p.m. on Friday with an update on a large fire near County Road 300, 301, 302, and 303.  Ramos said there is a mandatory evacuation for those county roads and County Road 402. “If you live in that area, please, it’s time to leave…

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Spring means severe weather in NC; prepare now for tornadoes, storms

Spring means severe weather in NC; prepare now for tornadoes, storms

By Aimee Wilmoth Severe Weather Preparedness Week is March 6 to 12 here in North Carolina, and the WRAL Severe Weather Center has everything you need to know to keep you and your family safe! The most active severe weather in North Carolina occurs during the months of March, April and May. Now is a perfect time to go over your safety plans with your family as we approach the active storm season. There will…

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Hurricanes to host Capitals in 2023 outdoor game

Hurricanes to host Capitals in 2023 outdoor game

March 3, 2022 RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) – The Carolina Hurricanes know their opponent and the date for their outdoor game next year — the Washington Capitals on Feb. 18, 2023. The team made the announcement on Thursday, just hours before the two teams met in Washington. The Stadium Series game will be played at N.C. State’s Carter-Finley Stadium. The ‘Canes were supposed to host the outdoor hockey game on Feb. 20, 2021, but the COVID-19…

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Division of Marine Fisheries accepting applications for Hurricane Florence relief

Division of Marine Fisheries accepting applications for Hurricane Florence relief

March 1, 2022 (Photo: North Carolina Marine Fisheries) MOREHEAD CITY, N.C. (WWAY) — The N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries is accepting applications for the Federally Funded Fishery Disaster Relief Program for Hurricane Florence. Financial relief is available to eligible seafood dealers and processors, ocean fishing piers, for-hire fishing operations, and bait and tackle shops affected by Hurricane Florence. The division has mailed application packets to eligible licensed seafood dealers, ocean fishing piers, and for-hire fishing…

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