Severe Weather: Storms Claim at Least 21 Lives in Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas
SUMMARY
Over the Memorial Day weekend, powerful storms ravaged the central and southern U.S., resulting in at least 21 deaths and widespread destruction of homes, businesses, and power infrastructure. The fatalities occurred in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Kentucky. These storms coincided with a record-breaking early season heatwave affecting regions from south Texas to Florida. Forecasters warned that the severe weather might move to the East Coast by Monday, urging millions celebrating the holiday outdoors to stay vigilant.
