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Eat at East Texas Restaurants Donating to Storm Victims of Moore, OK

Lucky Larry — Wed, 22 May 2013 16:11:06 +0000

When it comes to helping out neighbors, whether it be next door, in another community or state, East Texans are very generous and right now many East Texans are looking for ways to help the people of Moore, OK recover after Monday’s devastating EF5 tornado that caused catastrophic damage throughout their city. The things that [...]

Tornado Safety Tips

Ashley Spence — Tue, 21 May 2013 16:32:33 +0000

The tornado season for 2013 has begun, and it is important for you and your family to know how to stay safe in case of a tornado. The key to staying safe in a tornado is being prepared and having an emergency plan established. One must know when and where to shelter in the case [...]

Death Toll in Oklahoma Lowered to 24; Search for Survivors Continues

Chris Chaberski — Tue, 21 May 2013 14:50:52 +0000

Officials in Oklahoma have lowered the number of deaths suffered to 24 in the massive tornado that swept through the town of Moore Monday night. Originally, the figure had been as high as 51, probably a result of double-counting.

Oklahoma Tornado Survivor Reunites with Trapped Dog During Live Interview

Drew Weisholtz — Tue, 21 May 2013 14:04:47 +0000

Even in the face of unspeakable tragedy, miracles can occur. While giving an interview after her Moore, Oklahoma home was ravaged by the horrific tornado that touched down on Monday, Barbara Garcia was discussing how her dog, Tito, was somewhere in the rubble. Suddenly in a dramatic moment, the dog emerged in the middle of [...]

Horrific Oklahoma Tornado Captured in Several Raw Videos

Drew Weisholtz — Tue, 21 May 2013 13:21:38 +0000

The country continues to pray for and help the people devastated by the massive tornado that touched down in Oklahoma on Monday, killing dozens.

Aftermath of Oklahoma Tornado in Photos

Stephanie McMaster — Tue, 21 May 2013 02:53:54 +0000

A massive tornado touched down just south of Oklahoma City on Monday, killing dozens.

At least seven of those killed were students at Plaza Towers Elementary School in Moore. The twister, which measured 2 miles at one point, has been given a preliminary classification of an EF-4 tornado (winds of 166 to 200 mph), according to weather officials.

Massive Tornado Destroys Area Near Oklahoma City; At Least 51 Killed [UPDATED]

Chris Chaberski — Mon, 20 May 2013 21:17:01 +0000

An enormous tornado with a debris cloud two miles wide tore through the metropolitan area just south of Oklahoma City on Monday afternoon.

UPDATE 9:28 p.m. EST: At least 51 people were killed in the storm, including seven children from Plaza Towers Elementary School in Moore, according to KFOR in Oklahoma City. The news station reported that 75 student and staff were inside the school when the storm struck. Officials said Monday night that the search of the rubble remaining of the school had turned to a recovery mission.

North Texas Tornado Leaves 6 Dead + Dozens Injured [VIDEO]

Dave Goldman — Thu, 16 May 2013 11:30:11 +0000

Officials say at least six people were killed following a tornado in North Texas. Authorities in Granbury say the fatalities occurred Wednesday as the twister tore through two neighborhoods. Hood County Sheriff Roger Deeds also says dozens were injured. The worst-hit city Wednesday was Granbury, where authorities say the fatalities occurred as the deadly tornado [...]

The Top 10 Most Tornado-Prone Cities

Chris Chaberski — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 21:06:24 +0000

Tornado season is starting in many parts of the country. Is your town or city at risk? This year’s list may come as a surprise to some, with areas in the Deep South dominating the top of the list, as opposed to cities in the Great Plains and Midwest. Those two regions are more likely [...]

The 5 Most Insane Moments From 'Storm Chasers'

Ruth Waxman — Thu, 09 Aug 2012 08:30:31 +0000

For those of you who haven’t heard of ‘Storm Chasers,’ it was a documentary reality television series on the Discovery Channel. Unfortunately for fans, this exhilarating show was cancelled earlier this year. Luckily, the internet provides us the opportunity to watch some of the craziest clips from the show.

Massive Tornado Caught on Film in West Liberty, Kentucky

Mithun Divakaran — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 17:00:34 +0000

Nature’s force is at times awe-inspiring, but often downright scary. A woman in West Liberty, Kentucky experienced this first hand when she captured footage of a huge tornado heading towards her direction. As amazing as the footage may look, the tornado has sadly devastated the small town of West Liberty. The town has seen widespread [...]

Ron Paul: No Federal Money for Tornado Victims [VIDEO]

Shauna Wright — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 13:30:54 +0000

If you were affected by the deadly tornadoes that swept across several southern and midwestern states last week but don’t have insurance to cover the damage, don’t look to Ron Paul for sympathy. On Sunday, the GOP presidential candidate and self-described libertarian told CNN’s ‘State of the Union’ that victims of those violent storms shouldn’t [...]

Man Who Thought He Lost His Dog to Tornado Has Tearful Reunion

Danny Gallagher — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 17:00:00 +0000

Whoever says the news doesn’t print enough good news these days needs to see these photos of a victim of the recent tornadoes finding the dog he lost in the storms. Greg Cook of Limestone County, Ala. lost a lot during the recent tornadoes that slammed the Midwest. The saddest loss was his chocolate Labrador, [...]

Tornadoes Ravage Midwest Leaving 13 Dead and Many Injured

Shauna Wright — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 17:59:46 +0000

A powerful storm system that spawned several tornadoes ripped through parts of the Midwest early Wednesday morning, leaving millions of dollars of damage and at least 13 people dead in its wake. Early damage photos are showing that the devastation ranges from mild to severe.

5 First-Person Tornado Videos From Joplin, MO [GRAPHIC LANGUAGE]

Mix 93-1 — Mon, 23 May 2011 21:00:56 +0000

The tornado that slammed Joplin, MO on May 22, like the others around the country recently, has resulted in stunning first-person video accounts. With the popularity of video capability on smartphones (not to mention digital cameras) we are now not only seeing the damage closer than ever, but we are also seeing what it's like to wait for the storm, then experience it.

Tornado Ripped a Path Through East Texas

Marcie Pink — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 07:47:12 +0000

Yesterday's unprecedented storms barged through East Texas to Shreveport unyielding in their power. Several confirmed tornadoes were sighted and touched down. We partnered with KLTV to keep you safe by replacing the regularly scheduled music with a live feed from Mark Scirto's informative coverage. Many listeners were able to seek shelter and still monitor the storm's progress by streaming Mix 93-1 on their smart phone. Were you affected by last night's storms? Did you capture any pictures of the severe storm? If so please email them to us at Lucky Larry. April 26 Storm Photo Gallery after the jump.