Dozens Dead After 'Most Severe Tornado Event In Kentucky's History' | NPR

Dozens of people in the Midwest are believed to be dead after severe weather that caused multiple tornadoes struck late Friday night and early Saturday morning, tearing through several states including Kentucky, Illinois and Arkansas.
As of Saturday morning, at least 70 people have died in Kentucky alone, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear said, and the death toll is expected to rise. President Biden called the destruction "devastating."
In Mayfield, Ky., a candle factory was hit, leading to multiple fatalities, Beshar said at a news conference earlier Saturday morning.
The devastation in the Mayfield area goes beyond the factory, and several surrounding counties are are pitching in with EMS help, as the main emergency services hub in the town itself was in the direct line of the storm, local officials said Saturday. The water tower was hit too, leaving the town without water.
Kentucky Emergency Management Director Michael Dossett said Friday night's tornado event may surpass the 1974 Super Outbreak as the deadliest in the state's history.
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[@lordvadar6104]

Our local television station has for almost a week had been sounding a warning about this storm's potential. Noah on NBC 6 has on every broadcast warned that the high temperature, meeting a cold front on Friday night going into Saturday morning had the possibility of seriously dangerous weather conditions. I thank God Noah was out there risking his reputation days before anyone else was. Thank you Noah for having the insight to predict and the courage to warn, far in advance of what the other media outlets were, I believe you saved lives.

[@stanknight9159]

His name was Noah? Seems a bit close to ironic as one could get.

[@dianaprince3176]

Either Noah or his mommy posted this

[@forestr5808]

Thought they meant NOAA. I see now that it's a local weather reporter. I'm not from Kentucky, so thank you for the info everyone.

[@saam3712]

@@dianaprince3176 and what are you? Noah’s school bully.

[@Mirevs]

@@saam3712 no the person he sucked

[@livingmytruth2289]

My heart goes out to the people of this state. This reminds us all to be grateful. This could easily be us

[@baronedipiemonte3990]

A few months ago it was us in South Louisiana... and my damages are "boo boo's " compared to this... This was an EF-5 " + "My thoughts and prayers are with everyone there ....

[@sheldonspider86]

Not really. It only happens to people who willingly choose to live in high risk tornado areas; it literally happens every year. By contrast, no one in NYC or Los Angeles has to worry about this.

[@KDSima]

@@sheldonspider86 For the most part u r right. We r in Oregon… doesn’t happen here either. But, severe weather is happening all over the place. Thanks to those who do not believe in catastrophic human induced climate change. Which we can thank people in those states for refusing to believe exists.

[@JessicaGarcia-xf9wr]

Wtf… you can see like 2 bodies in those rubbles? Damn how the hell did they miss that.. that’s disrespectful to the family!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@TheHoodHippi]

Yes 💔🙏🏽

[@ktraughb]

I'm in Kentucky. This particular tornado dissipated before hitting us and 2 others went around us. This is a tragedy beyond what I imagined last night. Prayers for all involved. This is terrifying.

[@lemonsisu686]

Yes I’m very fortunate the same thing happened to me. Very thankful it didn’t go through a place like Owensboro though. My condolences to anyone who lost anyone they knew during the storms

[@susannabonke8552]

Leaves me speechless. I'm in Germany.

[@itshappyhyrda3970]

Im so nervous my friend is on a trip to Kentucky for a running event and of course this had to happen.

[@blondiegreeneyes4802]

My parents were from Owensboro. I lived there for many years myself. There's a reason this is happening and it has nothing to do with Guns, God and Babies. This is tragic and I'm very sorry to see this happening to you or anyone else.

[@narata1541]

I'm thankful to Jesus Christ that He stopped it before it came to you. I'm going to pray so no more tornados hit Kentucky!!

[@brianarbenz1329]

When I look at those destroyed houses, I realize that each of those is somebody's home, where their hearts were, and still are. I live in another part of Kentucky thankfully unaffected by these storms. I give all my love and hope to my neighbors, and I will do what I can to help them rebuild their lives and community.

[@kathrynmcelroy5658]

this area will never come back I'm afraid.

[@KingOfFinance1]

Absolutely devastating. My heart goes out to all those people. This just shows you how fragile this system and everything really is. Be grateful for what you have. Be thankful. If we’re inside our houses watching this … the total loss of property not to even mention loss of life. Be thankful for everything because it is not promised tomorrow. My heart goes out to everybody down there.

[@dudeimgeorge]

This is hysterical

[@mgnwat]

Amen,well Said!

[@freedomishavingachoice3020]

Be thankful? The precious amazon warehouse is going to get fixed before any person in poverty gets a home again in that town. This world is all wrong.

[@dudeimgeorge]

@@freedomishavingachoice3020 no it's not. That's awesome. I ordered a bunch of shit and need my stuff before whoever in bumble fuck gets their shitty house made of tincans propped back up

[@bondjamesbond1664]

Amen🙏

[@kittydewdropYT]

I'm literally crying. The house where I grew up is gone, as well as the jail, pharmacy, even the courthouse. What hurts the most is knowing that the people you grew up with and work with, as well as the people you see everyday, might be dead or even have lost their homes and/or loved ones. Praying for those devastated by these terrible tornadoes

[@DulceMiel11]

Sending you and everyone involved in this disaster so much love ♥️♥️♥️ Stay strong my dear, God will see you through these tough times. Sending you a warm hug ♥️

[@linda.brotherton1689]

I'm so very sorry for all of us with this horror. My prayers are for all of you.

[@KDSima]

I hope that people in your area urge increased funding for FEMA so that when people in other areas need assistance it is there as well. Better storm warnings, perhaps improved infrastructure. There is a lot of improvements that can help people. It seems as though a lot of people want help when they need it, but forget there are needs that other people have. Needs. I am reminded of the people of Puerto Rico at the time of the devastating hurricane in 2017. I am not without sympathy for people who experience devastating loss. On the day my second daughter was born our house burned down. We lost everything. There was not fire assistance in our area.

[@crusanosicus562]

@SmokeKing thats fucked up

[@rosey2349]

prayer for everyone for strength!

[@cynthianordquist8752]

Such a sad situation in KY. So close to the holidays. My heart goes out to all the families that lost loved ones and friends. Hugs & Prayers!

[@SagebrushRambles]

Not just Kentucky but Arkansas, Illinois, Missouri and Tennessee also. Devastating tornados.

[@SLURM187]

How about some donations rather than a couple typed out words to make yourself feel better.

[@lawliet2263]

@@SLURM187 very good idea

[@clownavenger0]

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[@somalikaikaikanbilonpng4453]

So sad , close to 1st anniversary of Biden of Presidency.Dark shadow of new government.

[@aleksandarp3388]

😢condolences to everyone suffering through a loss

[@RetroJ77]

Absolutely devastating! I'm from Tuscaloosa, Alabama and I'll never forget April 27th 2011 when a tornado ripped though my town. Prayers to everyone in Kentucky. Stay strong! 💪🏽

[@robote7679]

These pictures were all the commentary that was needed. Thank you NPR for this poignant view of what happened due to these tornados.

[@bluelagoon1875]

yep, for those who can see through the lies. how tragic, but there needs tobemore ways to hidethe baccine. deaths.

[@ColeN3463]

@@bluelagoon1875 what are you talking about?

[@LateBloomerMedia]

@@ColeN3463 I don't think even they know what they're talking about

[@bluelagoon1875]

@@LateBloomerMedia false, we know what we're taking about, but you and cole are either out of the loop of reality, shills, or completely brainwashed. which is it?

[@noahb.3279]

@@bluelagoon1875 You are literally an NPC.

[@bernadetteleonard4940]

My condolences go to anyone that lost anyone. That’s such a tragedy. My husband and I are team truck drivers and drove past that through the middle of the state yesterday. Can’t believe we just missed that

[@brad4058]

Count your blessings!!! I hope you live each day to your fullest. You have dodged a very big bullet.

[@susannabonke8552]

Praise God you stayed out of the storm. He has plans for you.

[@pjm934]

I’m glad you are safe

[@Dianeygirl]

I'm glad you missed this tragic storm & you're safe..

[@joechiodi5529]

Same. We made a delivery near Beaver Dam. Had no idea this type of weather was about to hit.

[@drhust1955]

IMO, this is the worst tornado damage I have seen in my lifetime. The town is completely gone. Condolences to all the Mayfield residents.

[@markbrown6066]

I live about 10 miles away from Mayfield. I live in Wingo ky. I agree with you, there's alot that's gone, but there's also quiet of bit of Mayfield that is still ok. Thank God

[@bocaj3213]

I live in Lexington and we had a tornado watch all night but not a warning. The closest one was nicholasville

[@djamo1969]

This is horrific, to be sure, but the damage in Jarrell, TX in 1997 was worse. Also, the Bridge Creek/Moore one in 1999 was about as bad. Search those and you’ll see the worst tornadoes ever.

[@bocaj3213]

@@djamo1969 i’m scared and interested in tornados. and yes i know about the jarrel texas and may 3 1999 bridge creek moore tornado

[@13_cmi]

I hope that the houses they build there aren't these flimsy houses like the one I live in. These newer houses can be blown over by the big bad wolf. The moore tornado was a great example of it. We need sturdier shelters to keep this from happening.

[@richk322]

How horrible. My love goes out to everyone there.

[@daebak7370]

New world order led by obama and pope francis is coming. Jesus christ is coming back for the rapture. Get ready. Dont believe the coming ufo alien abduction narrative

[@bluelagoon1875]

@@daebak7370 better believe it. from the photos alone, you can clearly see there'w WAY more to this than. a tornado.

[@halnone]

@@daebak7370 seek help

[@MxCheefah]

@@bluelagoon1875 Seek help.

[@kristisyoutube]

i live in Kentucky, the power is still out

[@jarvissledge2530]

Sad man we need to come together quit being so divided

[@aurora9252]

Man made tornado

[@daybin5303]

For real, this wouldn’t have happened if Trump was elected!

[@someotherguy43]

We’re all Americans that’s all that matters, this brings me to tears. We need to stand united for all those affected.

[@Sonofspam64]

Trump withheld disaster relief for states that didn't vote for him. Maybe Biden should do the same since the people of Kentucky approved of that behavior.

[@rg7846]

@@Sonofspam64 But he won't because that is what real President do. Not being pity. At the end of the day red or blue still Americans.

[@paulmcwilliams1709]

I live in Louisville, Kentucky and I was kept up all night, because of the storm. We were lucky because even though the rain and the wind sounded like they were trying to come through the windows, nothing was damaged. My Condolences goes out to all of the victims of this storm who died, and the survivors who lost loved ones. Property can be replaced but not friends and loved ones.

[@veryrandomthingz326]

Yes I also live in Louisville, Kentucky my family and I were up all night trying to make sure water didn't get in our basement. Definitely was a little hectic.

[@paulmcwilliams1709]

@@veryrandomthingz326 Yes it was hectic. After seeing Mayfield Kentucky and all the damage and destruction. I gave some money to help out the people. It was only $20 but it all adds up, especially if Kentuckians give some dollars to help Kentuckians out.

[@enderpea5251]

That is very true! Amen.

[@thomasratliff3835]

I heard battlefield 2042 is donating proceeds because of the tornado theme in MP.

[@itsthetwitch13]

I went over on Monday morning to see it for my self. And driving into town how pretty and peaceful but as soon as you drive over the hill about 4 blocks in just complete destruction. I felt numb inside knowing there are people trapped all around you broke my heart. I pray the lord lifts your community up and takes home the lost ones

[@tailzzzzz]

This is terrifying to watch. My heart goes out to those who survived this monster storm and to all who lost loved ones. Again, this is terrifying.

[@mikedenison121]

Hi Anderson. How are you . I will love to ask a question if you don’t mind?.

[@bobgold57]

Pure heartbreak. Hoping that serious help arrives quickly. Sending thoughts of hope and healing from up north.

[@shanet1986]

So heartbreaking! My thoughts and prayers are with everyone in Kentucky and throughout the other states 😢

[@Mr-nw7il]

WHY DIDN'T GOD STOP THE TORNADO?????

[@Mr-nw7il]

WHY DIDN'T GOD STOP THE TORNADO?????

[@DriveInFreak]

Or you could actually do something to help.

[@diannewhite573]

Horrific. My heart goes out to all those effected & to the families of those who’ve lost their lives. Heartbreaking 💔💔

[@TheBanjoShowOfficial]

I really do wonder if these people who say "thoughts and prayers" actually go and think about this afterwards and then proceed to pray and meditate on it or if they just click off the video and totally forget anything happened.

[@ValSei1102]

Many of us truly do 🙏

[@leelee9106]

I feel absolutely devastated for all those who have lost so much in this horrible event. Thoughts and prayers are with you all from New Zealand.

[@kiolq_12]

Thank you

[@DankNSpank]

Deepest condolences to all those affected by this tragedy.

[@thebruteofbilaal2325]

You really don't care.

[@anthonygregory6797]

@@thebruteofbilaal2325 seems Dank cares as much as you care about him spreading their condolences. Ironic huh?🤔👏👏👏🤦‍♂️

[@jakegordon4204]

@@anthonygregory6797 I just want to be clear here. You are saying that every troll that posts any comment cares about the topic at hand? By your own admission, you were saying trolls care a lot?

[@jesusjosehernandezflores7624]

I am very sorry for what happened to the people of Kentucky, Illinois, Arkansas and Tennessee among other towns, the world is praying for you. Greetings from Venezuela.

[@cuffa40yt85]

I can’t imagine how terrifying it must’ve been. Strong winds are scary but a tornado, that’s on another level.

[@Us3r739]

I hope everyone gets through this tragedy. My prayers go out to the victims in Fartsville, Tennessee (don’t know the town name)

[@jessieestrada50]

Condolences and prayers for everyone affected by this and for the families that lost loved ones. We are here for you Kentucky. God bless you guys.

[@lawliet2263]

Let me eat my Kentucky Fried chickens first

[@SnailHatan]

Yes, because your god clearly cares so much about these people.

[@InHisService333]

We're never as strong, as we are until we have to be. Never Do as much, unless the need we see. Only give our best, when we fail at mediocrity. We Love rather than hate when we admit we're one humanity. We always give more, when compassion moves our heart with unbridled generosity. We Become more of our potential when we are made to see, that clearly our minds can believe in unfathomable possibilities, while seizing every opportunity, here in lies one's destiny. More than our scars, higher than our stars, for in our flaws are what defines our features, they're uniquely ours, as human creatures. We can run faster than on our slowest day. Reason better, and thinking it through all the way, regardless which direction our emotions may sway. We can find our voice when speechless, our strong words with meekness and our Courage in weakness. Always patience not quickness. Silence for peace than loudness, quietness of fear, not hopeless, for time and effort are equally unbiased. We are more than the stories we're told, we're the one's we write, each page unfold. We are the sum of our Lies and truth, fantasy, fiction, faith, and myths, no matter how uncouth. These are what shape us, our lives lived is the proof. We can be more right than wrong. More just than judge. More godlike than unlike. Reflecting Sunlight in our darkest night. Providing refuge. Never more alive until we die within and begin again. A Human Ark Divine in our human spark. by Steven Gooden

[@InHisService333]

@@PlayNiceFolks We're never as strong, as we are until we have to be. Never Do as much, unless the need we see. Only give our best, when we fail at mediocrity. We Love rather than hate when we admit we're one humanity. We always give more, when compassion moves our heart with unbridled generosity. We Become more of our potential when we are made to see, that clearly our minds can believe in unfathomable possibilities, while seizing every opportunity, here in lies one's destiny. More than our scars, higher than our stars, for in our flaws are what defines our features, they're uniquely ours, as human creatures. We can run faster than on our slowest day. Reason better, and thinking it through all the way, regardless which direction our emotions may sway. We can find our voice when speechless, our strong words with meekness and our Courage in weakness. Always patience not quickness. Silence for peace than loudness, quietness of fear, not hopeless, for time and effort are equally unbiased. We are more than the stories we're told, we're the one's we write, each page unfold. We are the sum of our Lies and truth, fantasy, fiction, faith, and myths, no matter how uncouth. These are what shape us, our lives lived is the proof. We can be more right than wrong. More just than judge. More godlike than unlike. Reflecting Sunlight in our darkest night. Providing refuge. Never more alive until we die within and begin again. A Human Ark Divine in our human spark. by Steven Gooden

[@clownavenger0]

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[@thomaswhiteclawtheratfocke3369]

This is heartbreaking man. Can you imagine waking up the next day and your entire town is just gone?

[@hmoobkajsiabchannel4975]

Hope that everything will recover soon, best wish to all residents.

[@ChicCanyon]

im a resident of the county over. worked in mayfield for many years. there's really no hope of recovery. the area effected was very poor. itll be a long time before people move in to try and rebuild. the now former population simply dont have the means.

[@CooManTunes]

@@ChicCanyon I'm sure Haiti will help us, just like we helped them. Right?

[@ChicCanyon]

@@CooManTunes with what monopoly money? 😂

[@CooManTunes]

@@ChicCanyon They probably use that for rolling joints, or as wallpaper for their shacks. Dumb politicians, giving away our money to futile third-world nations, when we have tornadoes, like this, ravaging our own neighborhoods.

[@libraqueen1118]

Wow this is heartbreaking I can't imagine what those people felt😞

[@AlexRodriguez-xr9cu]

Like a runaway train plowed through their living room

[@maryamhamid6003]

The same thing the Afghans felt

[@libraqueen1118]

@@maryamhamid6003 call me crazy but I don't understand what the f*** that has to do with the price of tea in China👀. I don't know a damn thing about Afghanis but one thing's for certain two things for sure I can tell you I had nothing to do with it

[@Us3r739]

@@maryamhamid6003 it’s Allahs revenge 💀 all the racist yt ppl were killed by these

[@AlexRodriguez-xr9cu]

@@SusanKay- we had 200miles per hour winds out of tornados inside Hurricane Andrew that pretty much left our town unrecognizable, everything looks the same destroyed. High intensity tornadoes do sound like Train racing through.

[@palupiwidjajanti6264]

Condolences to everyone who lost their lives. Our prayers for all people affected by the tornadoes

[@clownavenger0]

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[@DriveInFreak]

Or you could actually do something to help.

[@jaguarsky55]

OMG! Unimaginable. My heart aches for these communities.

[@maryleebowman2064]

My heart is Breaking for everyone in Mayfield and all others affected. I was in Hurricane Andrew in 1992 and will never forget the devastation. It took years. My Prayers for everyone. Lord God Almighty Please HELP the families who lost love one's. Lord we need your mighty hand.

[@murlisalindsey1647]

Many prayers to the state of Kentucky. This is heartbreaking and an experience no one would to go through. 🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@bonnierobinson8684]

Where is McConnell?

[@bonkersmcgee4356]

@@bonnierobinson8684 Probably in Washington doing his job representing his state. He doesn't run the Kentucky state government.

[@susannabonke8552]

Why did god allow this? I cannot understand.

[@kjrah1]

This and nothing is happening in Syria. You do not see what is happening there. You do not see how many children died, how many men, how many souls died, how many cities were burned, how many people died of hunger, cold and thirst. You do not know about anything. Do you believe that they take people and burn them and expel them from their homes? This injustice will not continue for all of us. We will enter heaven with our master and our beloved Muhammad, and you infidels will enter Hell

[@commandingsteel]

what are your prayers gonna do? they're silly, pointless and stupid... put your energy and thoughts into something else

[@MrBlessed70]

My deepest condolences to all the families affected by these devastating tornado's.Best wishes from Australia.

[@jamesboberg]

We lived O'fallon, Illinois about almost 17 miles about less 30 minutes and when the Amazon building was a brand new build last years later, last Friday when the building was hit by tornado and it killed 6 peoples and more than 100 people was trapped. That is where niece Danielle and her husband Brendon worked there next building but they went home before the tornado hit building about two or three hours later. Prayers to love one who died there.

[@KpTheFth]

how is in Aus? I heard the total jail and totalitarims with kowid911?

[@MrBlessed70]

@@KpTheFth Hey Georg SU,Its been a real challenge here in Melbourne but am getting through.Hope all is well with you and many thanks for your concern!

[@SalisburyKarateClub]

@@KpTheFth We're fine here, it's all for public safety. I feel they opened the borders too early, now we've got omicron coming :(

[@DJAKONDATM]

Hope America enjoy it. Hello from afganistan

[@genehasenbuhler2594]

My lil sis lives in Joplin MS. She survived the 2011 F5 that tore right through her neighborhood! Her house was in the center of the track! As this was going on last night I cried knowing what these poor people are going through! My prayers go out to all affected by this outbreak!

[@plawson8577]

There’s no F5. It’s EF5.

[@genehasenbuhler2594]

@@plawson8577 Patrick before your time we didn't use the E and the F stood for Fugita- the scientist who created the scale in the first place! STFU!

[@baneverything5580]

@@plawson8577 Thanks Karen!

[@volkanmehmedbey]

Страшно смотреть на все это ….но ещё страшнее представить себя на месте людей , пострадавших от стихии! Мои соболезнования людям, потерявшим близких, имущество, здоровье!

[@chemodanoff5804]

людей жалко, однако они жертвы своей непредусмотрительности. Нормальный дом спокойно бы простоял.

[@reza4egg]

@@chemodanoff5804 глупость - не ожидать сильнейший торнадо в истории штата? Легко вещать из другой страны, в которой, вероятно, вообще не бывает подобных ураганов. Быть готовым к подобному - крайне сложно.

[@Dielock123]

@@reza4egg легко, делаешь дом с бетона и кирпичей, а не с картона

[@blaineylol8583]

@@chemodanoff5804 Da, pentru că toată lumea este un arhitect profesionist și poate spune dacă casa este suficient de robust pentru a supraviețui unui cutremur. prost. nu orice clădire supraviețuiește, im de aici și mai mulți prieteni de familie a pierdut case și acum dumneavoastră vine aici spunând că fiecare casă medie rezistă tornadelor. chiar și atunci, poate că nu și-au putut permite

[@blaineylol8583]

@@Dielock123 acest. e. cel. Cea mai puternică. tornadă. noi. avea. avut. în. acest lucru. stat.

[@slytherben]

Help victims find good contractors for repairs. There will be a LOT of fake contractors trying to get that insurance money. Victims are vulnerable and tend to hire whoever promises to repair their house the soonest. Help victims ask for references and picture of past work. Most importantly, explain the need to be patient. Someone who is promising quick repairs is usually a scammer

[@singmysong1167]

Good points, all of them, friend!

[@goldenarrow3]

Oh boy, better listen to this advice.Too late for alot of us, sad

[@ourwayne]

I live in northern Kentucky and we had nothing. I didn't even hear about it until almost noon. How crazy! God bless everyone affected...

[@志瑜杨]

@Levi Ulysses Tornado watches were issues, but no warnings to my knowledge.

[@kevmarcel5953]

That is very weird... there has been no coverage on this in the news. Im from philly bug I would like to know when stuff like this happens

[@boogitybear2283]

That’s because this happened in the WESTERN part of the state.

[@thepapamoon6006]

@Levi Ulysses 150 warnings were issued between the 7 states that were affected last night. Now to how much time in advance they had to prepare, not sure.

[@kg7439]

I live in western GA and I noticed it was unusually warm (70 degrees) this morning when I left out. It's been pretty cold all week ( 35-50). I know that is the recipe for tornadoes... And then I saw the reports. 🤧 I didn't hear anything about it coming either. 😞

[@Shakkigaming]

I'm very sorry for the lost people and their loved ones. I live in Russia, and tornadoes are very rare here, but I remember how, as a child, a tornado killed a girl from my school when she and her parents went to rest at sea. All my life I've had nightmares with a tornado, I don't even want to think about what it would be like to see this horror live. Take care of your loved ones. 🖤🖤🖤

[@user-zr4xp7tb7g]

Ну и где ты живёшь что у тебя торнадо в России убило девочку

[@jeffnasty4925]

Tornadoes are rare everywhere, except USA and like Bangladesh I think....BUt did you know with that area of eastern Europe and Russia, they are some of the places most prone to horrible tornado outbreaks that produce f5 tornadoes?!...After the eastern usa and after in and around bangladesh south of himilayas where cold are meets tropical air, I think Russia ranks 3rd in terms of f5 tornadoes....maybe not 3rd in overall tornadoes, lots of places get f0, f1, f2....a lot more than russia, like britain might get more tornadoes on average than russia but I think the odds of a big tornado in UK is nearly impossible, not in Russia... but I think over the past 1000 years russia has had more f5 tornadoes than any country other than america and that area of southeasternish asia. Im serious.....Do not doubt the super cell storms that can develop in the flat areas from europe to the ural mountains! Look, an f5 tornado in russia with other big tornadoes in outbreak more likely then a meteor flying over a city, almost getting too close and killing lots, but still doing that amount of damage...you had the meteor already 7 years ago...I for real when say f5 a lot more likely than that, definately f4...unfortunately too your tornado alley can produce some of the worst, its just rare, but also sad it in more populated areas of country and not in siberia!

[@Shakkigaming]

@@jeffnasty4925 Yes, I live in western Russia in the Stavropol Territory. Last summer I happened to see a tornado forming near my house, but it lasted for a few seconds and did not even have time to take shape. Before, I have never seen even a hint of a tornado in our area, but apparently climate change is doing its job.

[@Shakkigaming]

@@jeffnasty4925 In Russia, tornadoes usually happen near the Ural mountains or near the Black Sea, where a tornado killed a girl from my school.

[@jeffnasty4925]

@@Shakkigaming Ohh yea I know they rare...but remember looking at tornado reports going back like 500-1000 years...and in terms of large tornadoes that devestated entire cities in places where they are rare...two rare occurances stood out, Longon was destroyed by a tornado like 1000 years ago, and quite a bit of russian cities including moscow were destroyed by large tornadoes hundreds to a thousands years ago....There seemed to be these rare years every couple hundred years or so where that area would see America-like tornados and supercell systems...even producing f-5s, hold on let me look for information......but yea would guess most occur south near black sea and somewhere near higher mountains from convergence of alpine air with warmer air from waters or more southern regions....hold on ill get back to you...

[@codycraven1465]

I hope these folks are able to recover from this tragedy. Imagine losing everything you have. Imagine losing a loved one to mother nature, something more powerful than us all. It blows my mind that this happened in DECEMBER. Not typically a month you’d see a tornado outbreak. That is not normal.

[@puggirl415]

I guess climate change is real after all. Horrific.

[@lastofthebest5102]

China just came out saying they have been geoengineering for quite a while now. Not a stretch to think it also happens in the US. Prior to 1995 had anyone ever heard of tornadoes in December? LOL NO.

[@Dark__Thoughts]

@@lastofthebest5102 You can thank BP, ExxonMobil and all the other fossil fuel companies, as we do geoengineering since we went into the industrial revolution. And all the corrupt politicians that stuff their bags with fossil fuel money. And all the voters who keep those people in power. And all those deniers who will escalate this further by spreading bullshit like yours. And all those who know what's going on, but still do fuck all to change anything. And also thank the coming global collapse that will make recovery from those disasters practically impossible, while everything drifts further and further into chaos. Fun times ahead.

[@soonersciencenerd383]

tulsa news said last year, we had 3 inches of snow on the ground....today, 70+ degrees.

[@sanalouis2620]

God’s power indeed! no mother nature or climate change. Repent and turn from our wicked ways for our Lord Jesus Christ is coming soon.

[@jasonsandifer3250]

Prayers for the entire areas affected, also sincere condolences for the families of anyone lost in the Tornado.

[@fish_sucker235]

I live in muhlenberg and it’s horrible

[@baronedipiemonte3990]

It reminds me of those atomic bomb tests they had in the 1950s. God have mercy and bless & help everyone who was affected !

[@awwwyourehurt2822]

How exactly is that “prayer” going to go? “Dear god help those people you let be devastated “lol

[@JessicaGarcia-xf9wr]

Wtf… you can see like 2 bodies in those rubbles? Damn how the hell did they miss that.. that’s disrespectful to the family!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@oo0itsmaria]

@@JessicaGarcia-xf9wr OMG what? Where?

[@voraciousreader3341]

Absolutely horrific, such awful devastation! My thoughts and prayers go out to this unfortunate community, as they try to take their first steps to figure out what to do.

[@bluelagoon1875]

i wonder hwere all the commentsare going agin.

[@whereisyourhumanity7557]

I worry that unsecured weapons and ammo are in the rubble. Get those secured.

[@jakegordon4204]

@@whereisyourhumanity7557 Why?

[@iamtinfamousxii9326]

@@jakegordon4204 high theft items during times like these maybe

[@jakegordon4204]

@@iamtinfamousxii9326 You think people are going to be storming a recently destroyed area for ammunition? Who cares if some people pilfer ammo and guns? Let's get power and water back to residents.

[@daleboxsell2805]

Sending condolences to the families who lost loved ones in this tragedy from Australia, may the Lord give you peace and strength to get through. 🇦🇺 🇺🇸🥀

[@Anne-yi5sb]

Thank you.

[@jimb8738]

I know the devastation, bewilderment and pain. I was in the ones that ripped through Putnam county in March 2020. My neighborhood and surrounding areas were just about flattened with an F4. The storms actually extended from Davidson county to just beyond Putnam. We lost around 28 citizens. Took most of us around 6 months to rebuild after squeezing whatever we could out of our respective insurance providers. Anyway, my deepest sympathies to everyone effected by this awful storm. It went over our heads as well but we were lucky this time. I hope you folks will be getting plenty of help in the days coming. We did in March 2020, and were very fortunate for all the volunteers. God bless you all.

[@someotherguy43]

This is beyond measure, my heart goes out to all of those affected. You will be in my prayers. This is truly sad. We may have our differences as Americans but noone deserves this.

[@bluelagoon1875]

please let me ask if you are equally upset over the jen.oh.side. happening. right now? there have been at least fourmillion. uslives. taken fromthekure.

[@anthonygregory6797]

@@bluelagoon1875 I wish I could understand your words better, might make it easier to answer a question with a well written question.

[@Jemalacane0]

What a decent thing to say.

[@DYS_Exception]

@@bluelagoon1875 you must of had a vaccine

[@mgnwat]

@@bluelagoon1875 I understood everything you said. So many are caught up in the deception. I'm angry !

[@wolfandhoundh.a.e]

as a storm chaser/ paranormal investigator here in North Carolina my heart is absolutely broken for the people of Kentucky and Tennessee. May God give you all strength

[@ajohnymous282]

Paranormal investigator?

[@Riven-19]

Did u see the tornado ?

[@stuartvorster4911]

My heart goes out to all of you living in this area. The devastation is horrific. The loss of your loved ones, Family & Friends, your Animals & Pets, irreplaceable parts & memories of your Lives, your Homes & the psychological trauma.....i have no words. May your personal strength, beliefs, the strength & comfort of others, your Friends, your Families carry you through this time & the times to come. I know that time & love will heal this, mostly......my heart goes out to you all From a man in Johannesburg, South Africa

[@soonersciencenerd383]

i live in tornado alley, i can understand some of your feelings.. i hate it when people say that it is all because of climate change. we've had this for centuries . . we'll keep you in our prayers.

[@gillianross7225]

Only care about the pets everything else don't matter

[@Sam-lh4pw]

That looks like devastating EF4+ damage, we need to wish them more than just good luck in order to recover.

[@steelpenguin1]

Look like EF5 damage. Sooo horrible

[@Raptorman0909]

The very first scenes in this video had me thinking strong EF3, but very quickly it looked more like an EF4. There were scenes of buildings completely obliterated leaving just a slab and trees snapped off in the middle of the main trunk -- looks like EF5 to me. I hope they are able to find everyone that can be saved before its too late -- stay strong Kentucky.

[@bluelagoon1875]

@@steelpenguin1 looks more like a bomb.... i know that every single one of these events is just one more part of theplan.

[@anthonygregory6797]

Well sending prayers, condolences and wishes is sometimes the only thing people can do during the holidays and when times are tough. Not everyone is Jeff Bezos.

[@matteatsfries1727]

@@steelpenguin1 exactly this is the first ef5 since the moore 2013 tornado

[@relaxolotl_ltoloxaler]

I’m so glad my cousin and aunt and uncle are safe. They live about an hour away from here.

[@kathycavitt3089]

My 1st cousin lives in Dresden Tennessee and now he’s in a hotel because of power is out.

[@relaxolotl_ltoloxaler]

@@kathycavitt3089 That really sucks. I hope the power comes back on soon, but I don’t know how it could, I’m sure a bunch of power lines were broken. 😞

[@kcspeaks5966]

There are no words when seeing such natural devastation.

[@infoaccount7323]

How fragile the world can be. My condolences to those who lost a loved one and for those who lost their home.

[@leonidk5822]

My condolences to those who lost a loved one and for those who lost their home in Iraq, Syria, Livia, Afganistan etc. due to USA.

[@GGiblet]

Prayers and tears. Stay strong beautiful people, you will get through this!

[@rudyrodriguez9935]

Yes tears from laughing so hard at these delusional people thinking that prayers actually do something. hahahahaha

[@tyd4435]

@@rudyrodriguez9935 Yet you feel the need to comment because you can’t move on from something you can’t possibly grasp. You’ll know one day. Hopefully before it’s too late.

[@andiamador7156]

Yes tears and prayers in the moment that is all we can do, until we give what we can to those who help those in need. I hear you and pray and cry with you. And thank you for praying and crying with me.

[@andiamador7156]

@@rudyrodriguez9935 I don't think you need to concern yourself so much about our delusions as to worry about what is wrong with you that you can only find something to laugh about in this situation. Right now, you offer less than zero for sure. Concern for nothing but your own jollies?

[@myaatheist2160]

Praying is full of jokes. This is why I see people as butt of the joke

[@IRevealTheMagic]

Such a tragedy for those lives lost and all the who lost loved ones. This is just completely devastating too see. Prayers and love go out to all who were and are affected by this.

[@rahnishag5160]

I'm speechless but my heart is pouring out to these people.

[@myaatheist2160]

Why do you need to care about these people? I stop caring about people long time ago

[@taygan1082]

@@myaatheist2160 cool beans

[@Paulie151]

Wow... The devastation is just mind-blowing. I've never seen a tornado go through the heart of a town. That thing knocked down huge brick structures no different than reducing a wooden house to splinters! I can't remember ever seeing anything worse from a tornado aftermath than this! My heart & prayers go out to all affected by this terrible tragedy.

[@VioletMidnightProductions]

Right Paul? It looks like everything was put thru a garbage disposal. All those people and animals! Unfathomable!

[@Michigan1985]

I think this is the first time I've seen the aftermath of a tornado with close up drone footage. It really puts it into perspective how devastating tornadoes can be.

[@dawnbehatin1224]

My love and sympathy goes out to all my Ky brethren. I was raised in Greenup County, and it breaks my heart to see my beautiful home state traumatized like this. 😔💔

[@matthewtayloryowieresearch1912]

This Australian garden-variety knockabout bloke, and I'm sure every Aussie is horrified appalled sad & are thinking of the immeasurable loss hurt & grief in Kentucky, and just want to hug you all. We get cyclones but this is beyond belief!?. Hope survivors are found to help ease the misery & give rescuers & responders & all decent folk something to be thankful for out of this atrocious disaster. Thinking of you Kentucky. May God keep those souls lost there in bluegrass country. From Buderim, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia.

[@selenajwallace294]

From a fellow Queenslander, just down the road in Brissy, thankyou for your beautiful words to all the people in Kentucky. As Aussies we get our share of natural disasters but even Cyclone Tracey paled against this monstrous Armageddon magnitude tornado. I couldn't believe the footage....😳😔🙏🕊🙏

[@shayMint7795]

Huge condolences to all affected and I hope they rebuild and move forward soon x

[@libertyfreeman8044]

Devastating, heartbreaking, sad.The town looked totally torn apart. I pray that it can rebuild to serve the folks. Lets pray for families who have lost loved ones or injured.

[@Johnny127ful]

Nah, sending money and supplies is more useful than praying to nobody.

[@themanhands5599]

Unbelievable. My heart goes out to Kentucky. What's up with the music, though? This isn't about entertainment. Silence is more respectful.

[@karlazelayaa]

how sad, my aunt lives here. pray for everyone in mayfield and hope they are safe 🙏:(

[@christybrian223]

Please continue prayers for our community🙏🙏the loss they've suffered is enormous. We live only minutes from here and were gratefully spared.

[@KxoxoG59]

This event is not normal. Tornados in December at night are not normal folks.

[@abramzacharias1]

Rain in December in ontario is not normal either

[@soonersciencenerd383]

not normal in that area, in december... -20 degrees in oklahoma and texas in february, not normal, either...(not trying to make either event as minial, both were odd..)

[@caitlin9313]

That’s scary……… condolences to everyone who died and their families

[@Ibn_Abdulaziz]

Allah سبحانه وتعالى said, وَمَا ظَلَمْنَاهُمْ وَلَـٰكِن ظَلَمُوا أَنفُسَهُمْ ۖ فَمَا أَغْنَتْ عَنْهُمْ آلِهَتُهُمُ الَّتِي يَدْعُونَ مِن دُونِ اللَّهِ مِن شَيْءٍ لَّمَّا جَاءَ أَمْرُ رَبِّكَ ۖ وَمَا زَادُوهُمْ غَيْرَ تَتْبِيبٍ We wronged them not, but they wronged themselves. So their gods other than Allah, whom they invoked, profited them naught when there came the Command of your Lord, nor did they (false deities) add aught to them except destruction. وَكَذَ‌ٰلِكَ أَخْذُ رَبِّكَ إِذَا أَخَذَ الْقُرَىٰ وَهِيَ ظَالِمَةٌ ۚ إِنَّ أَخْذَهُ أَلِيمٌ شَدِيدٌ Such is the Seizure of your Lord when He seizes the (population of) the towns while they are doing wrong (polytheism). Verily, His Seizure is painful, (and) severe. [Hud 11:101-102] وَمَا كَانَ رَبُّكَ لِيُهْلِكَ الْقُرَىٰ بِظُلْمٍ وَأَهْلُهَا مُصْلِحُونَ And your Lord would never destroy the towns wrongfully, while their people were right-doers. [Hud 11:116] وَيُنذِرَ الَّذِينَ قَالُوا اتَّخَذَ اللَّهُ وَلَدًا And to warn those who say: "Allah has begotten a son (or offspring or children)." مَّا لَهُم بِهِ مِنْ عِلْمٍ وَلَا لِآبَائِهِمْ ۚ كَبُرَتْ كَلِمَةً تَخْرُجُ مِنْ أَفْوَاهِهِمْ ۚ إِن يَقُولُونَ إِلَّا كَذِبًا No knowledge have they of such a thing, nor had their fathers. Mighty (in disbelief) is the word that comes out of their mouths. They utter nothing but a lie. [Al-Kahf 18:4-5] فَأَرْسَلْنَا عَلَيْهِمْ رِيحًا صَرْصَرًا فِي أَيَّامٍ نَّحِسَاتٍ لِّنُذِيقَهُمْ عَذَابَ الْخِزْيِ فِي الْحَيَاةِ الدُّنْيَا ۖ وَلَعَذَابُ الْآخِرَةِ أَخْزَىٰ ۖ وَهُمْ لَا يُنصَرُونَ So We sent upon them a furious wind in days of evil omen (for them) that We might give them a taste of disgracing torment in this present worldly life. But surely the torment of the Hereafter will be more disgracing, and they will never be helped. [Fussilat 41:16] أَمْ أَمِنتُم مَّن فِي السَّمَاءِ أَن يُرْسِلَ عَلَيْكُمْ حَاصِبًا ۖ فَسَتَعْلَمُونَ كَيْفَ نَذِيرِ Or do you feel secure that He, Who is over the heaven (Allah), will not send against you a violent whirlwind? Then you shall know how (terrible) has been My Warning. [Al-Mulk 67:17] وَلَقَدْ أَرْسَلْنَا إِلَىٰ أُمَمٍ مِّن قَبْلِكَ فَأَخَذْنَاهُم بِالْبَأْسَاءِ وَالضَّرَّاءِ لَعَلَّهُمْ يَتَضَرَّعُونَ Verily, We sent (Messengers) to many nations before you (O Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم). And We seized them with extreme poverty and loss in health (with calamities) so that they might humble themselves (believe with humility). فَلَوْلَا إِذْ جَاءَهُم بَأْسُنَا تَضَرَّعُوا وَلَـٰكِن قَسَتْ قُلُوبُهُمْ وَزَيَّنَ لَهُمُ الشَّيْطَانُ مَا كَانُوا يَعْمَلُونَ So when Our Torment reached them, why then did they not humble themselves (believe with humility)? But their hearts became hardened, and Shaytan (Satan) made fair-seeming unto them that which they used to do. [Al-An'aam 6:42-43]

[@gailknight3128]

Sorry to see such devastation. Hope everyone is OK, and sympathy to all affected.

[@Xxxx-em8um]

Бедные люди....Помоги вам Бог пережить эту трагедию...Соболезнования родным погибших....🙏🙏🙏

[@DemeDemetre]

не всегда все будет хорошо, правда? мне жаль их потерю

[@tonymcalister1323]

Aware qeaq5waaww

[@MetalHeart8787]

Большое спасибо за вашу поддержку

[@leonidk5822]

Трагедию эти "люди" устроили в Ираке, Афганистане, Сирии и т.д. и т.п. А это не трагедия, это так, херня. Снесло пару сотен картонных сараев.

[@nataliazasechkina4903]

@@leonidk5822 простые люди чем виноваты?

[@casandratudon6602]

This brought me to tears. So sad, praying for all those lives lost, and for everyone involved, all the loved ones lost, right before the holidays, makes me think that my problems aren’t so big compared to what these poor people are feeling 😢💔

[@andyl7802]

Prayers...if God were so great he wouldn't let this type of shit happen.

[@patrickmcdaniel8123]

@@andyl7802 - Ha,ha. You're funny Andy. Aren't you in for a BIG surprise!!

[@ohana8535]

@@andyl7802 Have you ever read the bible? That dude does horrible stuff all the time. Of COURSE he would. If that book is true, it's most likely he caused it and is laughing his head off at all the suffering.

[@casandratudon6602]

@@andyl7802 theres also a devil that brings these evil things

[@casandratudon6602]

@@ohana8535 thats called the devil….

[@eliot3010]

Such a tragedy, especially at a time like this, prayers for everyone affected, all the way from the Pacific Northwest, and may those that perished, R.I.P,!

[@dudeimgeorge]

lolll

[@Blis-0WHATow]

yeah, it's a really depressing sight to see.

[@dudeimgeorge]

@@Blis-0WHATow speak for yourself...I'm rock hard watching this on repeat

[@kennethslough7884]

Amen I raise my hands and bow my head to my face into my hands to the creature 🙌 of heaven and 🌎, be strong in the LORD!!!",....

[@xpena7420]

@@dudeimgeorge Youre so edgy and cool i wish i could be like you

[@nicolehish]

I’m in Eastern Kentucky. Praying for this region and all the people involved. 🙏

[@arksredemption937]

Praying to a god who literally can control the weather…..

[@nicolehish]

@@arksredemption937 Be thankful IN all circumstances… not FOR all circumstances. God didn’t plan for this since it’s a fallen world, but he WILL make something good come out of it. He will make beauty of ashes. Praying for you as well my friend. Stay strong!

[@arksredemption937]

@@nicolehish yeah making something good out of dead kids would be something god would do

[@nicolehish]

@@arksredemption937 Your obviously not God since your living in it, so how would you have any idea? God is… God? So yeah no one knows how he does it. He also didn’t want this to happen, he didn’t make this happen. If he stopped all the tornadoes and bad things from happening what would heaven be? And who would we be?

[@marymorningstar4508]

My heart and prayers goes out to all these people.

[@doratiscareno5856]

WAIT TILL THEY ALL FIND OUT WHO WAS BEHIND THIS.... THIS WAS ""NOT"" MOTHER NATURE THEY WILL BE SO SHOCKED.... AND SO SO ANGRY 🤬

[@CooManTunes]

Your prayers do absolutely nothing. They're to make yourself feel better. That's it. Just a selfish act.

[@robertswift6101]

@@doratiscareno5856 what are you talking about?

[@doratiscareno5856]

@@robertswift6101 YOU SERIOUSLY DO NOT KNOW WHO WAS BEHIND THIS.... AND WHATS REALLY GOING ON WOW !!!! Look i dont have time to keep briefing everyone YOU PEOPLE NEED TO WAKE UP

[@robertswift6101]

@@doratiscareno5856 wake up to what?

[@feliciakidd9358]

You never know when you're gonna leave this world. Very tragic.

[@Sonofspam64]

Some people know when they will leave this Earth. Suicides mostly.

[@subverter1.188]

Death isn't the end

[@feliciakidd9358]

@@Sonofspam64 I agree with you.

[@feliciakidd9358]

@Nick Gurr Yes that's right.

[@feliciakidd9358]

@@subverter1.188 Sure are right.

[@blue-penmisty-dawn3682]

I'm in tears !!! Sending you all love, hugs and prayers !

[@bluelagoon1875]

clearly there is way more to this than a tornado. this is one more way for them to hide the ddeaths from the baccines. gee.oh. enng. weather.

[@jennyromeo439]

Same 😢

[@matchagreeen]

@@bluelagoon1875 i really doubt that, you can’t even spell vaccines, sweetheart ❤️

[@Riven-19]

@Chicago Gaming nice bait lol

[@jennyromeo439]

@Chicago Gaming all our turns are comin', dipshit, sooner or later

[@Strangernightg]

My thoughts and prayers as well as my condolences go out to those families and friends who lost someone due to this severe tornado that claimed the lives of so many people in Kentucky Illinois . God bless you 🙏

[@DriveInFreak]

Or you could actually do something to help.

[@nantwon]

Those Republicans had better not accept any government handouts

[@rhodesfamily2008]

This is so heartbreaking. We (Americans) must stop this ridiculous division and UNITE to help those who have lost everything. This is our nation and we should be doing whatever we can to ensure we are all thriving. Let’s do this! 🇺🇸

[@loubiachourba3240]

god is just , how about innocents people you killed round the world?

[@loubiachourba3240]

@@rbacklas This reality you think you safe ? This nothing compare what is coming .you are criminal nation you think above all. God will destroy you

[@loubiachourba3240]

@@rbacklas Hhh yeah politician they are responsible but most of you serve in us army ? Playing policeman of this world politician they don't go fight but they send their dogs

[@pjm934]

My prayers to the citizens of Kentucky and all other states who are suffering the unimaginable loss of family members and friends, my heart goes out to you from Ohio

[@unsignedmusic]

Prayers don’t do anything

[@clownavenger0]

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[@bungkusi2432]

@@unsignedmusic Prayers like fake democracy. It's useless for some. But others love it.

[@born4thstime]

@@unsignedmusic You have no idea who God is.

[@ohana8535]

@@unsignedmusic Actually they do. If you believe in fairytales and you can deny reality, they can make a person feel better. If you believe in that stuff, knowing other people are praying can make one feel better too. Most people deny reality. It's a way to survive. Giving facts aren't going to change the ones who live that way.

[@JD-mv2jj]

Devestating and heartbreaking. Prayers have been lifted for everyone that has been directly affected by this horrific event.

[@jmseipp]

Surprising that a lot more people weren’t killed considering the devastation!

[@gioxpfr]

Very sad. Must have been very terrifying for those people. My prayers to those affected and the rescue people helping them. So many affected by this tragedy.

[@omarlagasca7487]

Definitely one of the worst Tornado destruction I have seen in my lifetime, thoughts and prayers to everyone affected.

[@21exodus]

damn kentucky, i live in nashville we had 1 this bad last year, i know the pain, i was up all night listening to sirens and the extreme winds hitting the windows, thank god me and my family stood safely through this. PRAYERS YOUR WAY

[@changed_name1951]

So that tornado went through four states for many hours? Don’t compare nothing to something..

[@Riven-19]

@Chicago Gaming nice bait

[@lalrinkimakhiangte2698]

My deepest condolences to all the families affected by these devastating tornado's. Best wishes from India

[@Photo0021]

Man I couldn’t even imagine something like this where I live, just the feeling of like, seeing your hometown flattened to the ground like this. Major condolences to everyone affected, from those who lost their homes, possessions, and those who lost their lives or their loved ones.

[@WanderWoman1971]

This is so heartbreaking to see. God bless everyone who was affected by the storms. My sincere condolences for those who were lost. Love and prayers from North Carolina.

[@moos5221]

If you believe in the almighty god, then you should know that this is all part of his plan. Nothing ever happens if he didn't want it to happen.

[@bungkusi2432]

@@moos5221 It because American pray to the wrong god Zeus and Thor were angry

[@cris4620]

Moos exactlyyy. In fact God planned it. The worst is yet to come. Apocalypse. Be prepared. Rely on God. Hallelujah.

[@moos5221]

@@cris4620 It still puzzles me though, that God also planned all the child abuse in the catholic church. Could it be possible that God is in fact a cruel sicko that enjoys torturing humans?

[@HonestyIsAVirtue7]

So very sad to see the devastation. And, my heart Is breaking for the lives lost, and people who have been affected by the tornadoes. Praying for everyone involved. 🙏

[@asturiasceltic3183]

The racetracks where many horses are housed and the Animal Shelter were spared for a reason.

[@megannoe2057]

It's almost unfathomable to imagine that this actually occurred and took so many lives during the holidays and time that's meant for good fortune, family, and memories. Now the loss of life and survivors left with absolutely nothing!

[@emjayel4509]

In this insane tragedy, the people who lost everything but their loved ones are the luckiest people in the world today.

[@ocmonman1]

It’s time for our country to show the rest of the world, how compassionate we are during these times. Our prayers to the ones who’ve lost so much. May God bless us all.

[@brettb9222]

The power of prayer is important, but praying for a realistic solution is better than praying for a miracle. God works in mysterious ways, but its usually only in hindsight that they make sense to us on this mortal plane. God does not punish us with tornadoes and disasters of this magnitude, we punish ourselves by allowing corporations to generate the atmospheric conditions needed to create such a deadly gust.

[@brettb9222]

We must pray that God comes to those that have the greatest ability to help those that are helpless, but refuse to. Pray for their salvation from the furthest reaches of Hell for allowing so many to starve and become enslaved or killed by the raging planet they've affected. Pray that they harden their hearts no further. Pray for the salvation of the ultra-rich, for God will have nothing to offer them in the afterlife.

[@steviesevieria1868]

There is no God listening to you. Superstition ain’t the way folks

[@cheesewonton7263]

@@steviesevieria1868 literally no Christian has hurt you. Are you from Reddit?

[@codgamefreak602]

Nah lmfao fuck them. They want to perpetuate a notion of superiority via their racist views then let them fend for themselves. Plus conservative states supposedly are against federal government intervention, so let’s see them keep that same energy. RIP tho 🤙

[@briandd27]

I live in Kentucky. We only had strong winds where I live. I feel terrible for the people who live in that location.

[@michaelgreene7385]

My God.... this is awful... Prayers for all involved... Stay strong in each other.

[@thereseember2800]

I wish I could collect all of the survivors and immediately transport them to brand new homes in a safe area, completely safe from tornadoes. These poor dear people🙏

[@MrPhchello]

Having been through the Tuscaloosa tornado in 2011 this is so reminiscent of that. Crazy how this happened in December 😳! Thoughts and prayers to those affected.

[@haikaikokoni369_]

Of there isn’t already, there should be a wind corridor mapping from all these past hurricanes and tornados, and prevent any construction to be done on these vulnerable threads. It obviously cannot prevent the storms but at least it would help to minimize the massive damage.

[@christinelaporte281]

Oh no. This is heart breaking. I'm so sorry for the families and communities who have suffered great loss. Words really cannot express how these people feel.🙏😥

[@myaatheist2160]

Praying isn't helping

[@dalesmth1]

@@myaatheist2160 Neither are you.

[@myaatheist2160]

@@dalesmth1 lol

[@keithperkins3798]

Prayers and condolences for those who have suffered from this horrible tragedy.

[@jean6030]

Sooo sad and terrifying. My sincere condolences goes to the entire community and especially those who lost relatives and friends.Peace be with those who survived. Nobody's tomorrow is a guarantee. Let's all around the World love one another and ignore all differences.

[@j.d.thompson3505]

We love you KY. Hang in there, help is coming. We feel your pain.

[@michaelmeier2037]

My prayers and heartfelt condolences from Germany to all who have been affected by this tragedy!