Massive storm system sweeps across US south and unleashes multiple tornadoes
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At Least 34 Killed as Tornadoes Rip Through Southern US
Above: A car damaged by a tornado in Pico Rivera, Los Angeles, on March 13, 2025. Image copyright: Qiu Chen/Contributor/Xinhua via Getty Images
The Spin
Narrative A
Multiple states are simultaneously facing tornadoes, dust storms, and wildfires, overwhelming emergency response capabilities and causing catastrophic damage to communities. This storm system's unprecedented scale and intensity highlight the increasing severity of extreme weather events caused by a warmer climate.
Narrative B
Local communities have shown remarkable resilience and unity in the face of disaster, with neighbors helping clear debris, emergency responders working nonstop, and utility crews from across regions collaborating to restore power and essential services. This exemplifies the strength of the American community spirit during a natural atmospheric phenomenon.