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Kentucky, Laurel County Fire Department

Longtime Kentucky firefighter died in powerful storm while shielding his wife from danger

Leatherman was among 19 people killed in Kentucky when the storm struck late Friday into early Saturday, as people in the path awoke to a terrifying scene. Most victims were from Laurel County in southeastern Kentucky, where Leatherman was a longtime member of a volunteer fire department.

WKYT on MSN · 23h

Ky. firefighter killed while shielding wife during tornado response

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.

Celtics Wire · 1d

Laurel County firefighter died while rescuing wife from east Kentucky tornado

Because of the dark, stormy conditions, Laurel County Fire Department officials are unsure if he knew who he was saving.

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Lexington Herald-Leader on MSN · 2d

Did staffing cuts at weather service affect Kentucky’s tornado response?

Due to staffing shortages, the National Weather Service in Jackson no longer has overnight staff. But NWS and Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear say the office was staffed Friday night and early Saturday.

CBS News on MSN · 7h

FEMA responds to deadly Kentucky tornadoes amid layoffs, looming cuts

Kentucky residents impacted by deadly tornadoes will likely have to turn to a weakened Federal Emergency Management Agency to aid recovery.

The Washington Post · 1d

In weary Kentucky, deadly tornadoes the latest in relentless spate of storms

As a powerful tornado moved toward Laurel County late Friday, Zach Wilson drove through the storms to get to his parents. Inside their home, David and Edwina Wilson were hoping to get to the bathtub before the tornado hit.

WLKY on MSN6h

LIVE: Gov. Beshear giving update on Kentucky's response to deadly tornado outbreak

Gov. Andy Beshear is giving a live update on the impacts of the deadly May 16 tornado that hit Kentucky and the state's ...

AeroTime13h

Fresh US tornado warnings after storms kill 28 and devastate airport: video

There are more warnings of storms and tornadoes after the US was struck by severe weather that killed at least 28 people and ...

Gov. Beshear declares state of emergency in response to severe weather threat

Governor Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency Friday as a dangerous weather system began moving through Kentucky — prompting widespread concern over potential tornadoes, flooding, hail, and ...

WTVR.com1d

Virginia Red Cross volunteer returns home to Kentucky after deadly tornado

A Virginia Red Cross team will travel 500 miles west to London, Kentucky where a devastating tornado damaged hundreds of homes, tossed vehicles, and left many homeless.

Scripps News on MSN3d

'Mass casualty event' declared following tornado in southeastern Kentucky

The National Weather Service confirms numerous unverified tornadoes in the region, prompting a response across Kentucky and ...

Hoptown Chronicle1d

At least 19 dead as tornadoes, severe storms tear through Kentucky

The Southeastern Kentucky cities of London and Somerset appear to be especially hard hit by tornadic damage. The death toll ...

ABC 36 News2d

Beshear visits tornado-ravaged Laurel County, confirms 18 dead across Kentucky

Beshear also announced the activation of price gouging laws and emergency prescription assistance to support those impacted ...

10hon MSN

More severe weather pummels the central US as thousands recover from deadly tornadoes

London, Ky. — More tornadoes plowed through the central U.S. on Monday, ripping apart buildings and knocking out power as ...

FOX Weather on MSN2d

Recovery efforts underway in Kentucky, Missouri as tornado outbreak death toll continues to rise

Recovery operations are underway, and first responders are continuing their heroic efforts to search for survivors among the ...

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