At least 70 people have been killed in Kentucky by one of the worst tornado events in the states history, with the death toll likely exceeding 100 people as reported by Governor Andy Beshear. Four tornados and their devastating effects have left residents of affected areas with blocked roads, power black outs, and no water. President Biden approved the declaration of an emergency for the state of Kentucky to permit mobilization and deployment of federal resources.
At least two more people have been killed in Illinois, three in Tennessee, two in Arkansas, but there are no reported deaths in Missouri or Mississippi. Get the live updates here.