Tornadoes and severe storms swept through the Midwest, killing at least one person in Iowa and causing heavy damage in Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin. The storms knocked out power to hundreds of thousands and disrupted flights across several major cities.
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Officials recovered the body of a 5-year-old girl swept into the ocean at Laguna Beach after a nearly 30-hour search. Her mother and sibling were rescued by bystanders after a wave struck during hazardous surf conditions.
Severe storms are threatening millions across the central U.S. this week with flash flooding, destructive hail, damaging winds and possible tornadoes. Flood watches remain in effect in several states as forecasters also warn of dangerous heat from Minnesota to Texas.
A magnitude 6.1 earthquake off western Cuba was felt across parts of Florida on Monday, including Miami, Tampa and Orlando. Officials said there were no significant injuries, major property damage or tsunami threat.
Robin Pendery, a seasonal mountaineering ranger at Denali National Park and Preserve, died after falling into a crevasse while on climbing patrol near Mount McKinley’s 14,000-foot camp. The National Park Service said the death is under investigation.
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has advanced to the November runoff, but her opponent remains undecided as ballots are counted. City Councilmember Nithya Raman and former reality TV star Spencer Pratt are competing for the second spot after a primary shaped by wildfires, homelessness and voter frustration.
Texas regulators have flagged multiple safety deficiencies at Camp Mystic, site of last year’s deadly floods, requiring corrections before the camp can reopen this summer. The camp must address gaps in emergency planning, evacuation procedures, and parent notification to gain approval.
A tornado struck Enid, Oklahoma, Thursday night, damaging homes and forcing the closure of Vance Air Force Base. Officials reported no fatalities and minor injuries as emergency crews continue recovery efforts.