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Damage assessment continues as volunteers offer assistance
SUMMARY: Damage assessment is ongoing after recent tornadoes devastated areas in the bi-state region, resulting in at least 12 fatalities. The storms, confirmed by the National Weather Service as including multiple EF2 tornadoes, caused significant destruction, including ripped roofs, overturned vehicles, and damaged homes. Notably, victims included a woman from Saint Charles and a 43-year-old in North St. Louis County, who suffered electrocution from a downed power line. Recovery efforts are underway, with volunteers providing assistance and community centers accepting donations of food and supplies. The National Weather Service plans further damage surveys to assess the full impact.

The National Weather Service confirmed that multiple tornadoes struck the area, resulting in at least 13 fatalities and widespread destruction.
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Trump's approval rating: NBC's Steve Kornacki breaks down new national NBC News poll
SUMMARY: A new NBC poll shows that Donald Trump’s job approval rating is at 47%, with 51% disapproving, two months into his presidency. Comparatively, this rating is low for modern presidents at this stage, being only higher than his own 40% from 2017. However, it represents a high point for Trump politically. The poll indicates strong approval (55%) for his handling of border security and immigration, attracting support beyond his core base. Conversely, concerning the economy and inflation—key issues that helped him win—most voters disapprove of his performance, signaling potential challenges ahead.

NBC’s Steve Kornacki breaks down the new national NBC News poll – digging into Trump’s approval rating.
Here are what the results show.
Via: NBC
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At least 6 tornados touched down Friday night in the St. Louis region
SUMMARY: On Friday night, at least six tornadoes touched down in the St. Louis region, prompting damage assessments by the National Weather Service. The survey will continue throughout the week, focusing on areas affected by EF1, EF2, and EF3 tornadoes, with winds reaching up to 165 mph. Notable damage was recorded in Chesterfield, Maryland Heights, and Floris, with additional EF2 damage in Villa Ridge. Power outages were reported in various areas, including Wildwood and Franklin County. An EF3 tornado was identified, causing significant damage to around 150 structures south of Rala, near Interstate 44.

NWS survey crews are surveying damage from Friday night’s storms. Here’s how many tornadoes they’ve confirmed so far.
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Schools, homes in Perry County, Missouri, torn apart after severe storms Friday
SUMMARY: Severe storms in Perry County, Missouri, on Friday night caused widespread destruction, including significant damage to Perryville schools. The tornado’s path spanned approximately 10 miles, damaging buildings, including Perryville District 32 schools, homes, and infrastructure. The community quickly rallied to help, with residents assisting each other despite the devastation. A local man lost his roof and belongings but was thankful for his survival. Neighbors helped Courtney Rayburn’s family clear debris from their damaged property. The Perry Park Center is offering assistance, and contractors are being asked to register to avoid scams. Recovery efforts are underway.

Perryville’s elementary, middle and high schools all received some sort of damage in addition to a number of homes on the south side of town.
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