The National Weather Service has confirmed several EF4-strength tornadoes in outbreaks of severe weather this month, the most since 1997.

More than two dozen people have been killed across several states after an expansive outbreak of severe weather whipped through the middle of the country over the weekend.

Bonded by the experience of surviving Colorado’s tornado outbreak on Sunday, Elbert County residents boarded up what was left of their damaged homes while coming together to help their neighbors

Experts say planning before a tornado threatens is key for staying safe. Weather radios, basements and bicycle helmets can all help save lives.

The storm in southern Kentucky produced such a long and wide damage track that it left behind a scar easily visible from space. Before and after images from NASA’s MODIS show a distinct clearing between Somerset and London where the tornado destroyed trees and buildings along its path.

Eight Days of Hope deploys aid, offering meals and recovery services in storm-hit areas to bring hope and healing.

The storm-weary central U.S. is facing another bout of severe weather to start the week that could produce multiple tornadoes, wind damage and large hail.

A Laurel County firefighter who spent nearly 40 years serving his community died Friday night while protecting others during the devastating tornado outbreak in southern Kentucky.

The NWS confirmed a tornado struck southwest of Arnett. Residents were warned to take shelter. The agency said "risk for tornadoes and extremely large (3+) inch hail continues north and east of Harmon." Tornado warnings also have been issued for the towns of Sharon and Harmon until 7 p.m. May 18.

A “gustnado” — a tornado-like whirlwind more common to the Plains than South Jersey — swirled in Gloucester County Friday with winds up to 105 mph, the National Weather Service said Monday.