Key takeaways:
- Deadly tornadoes destroyed homes and shopping centers in Arkansas
- Theater roof collapsed during a heavy metal concert in Illinois, killing one person and injuring 28
- Three people were killed in Indiana, two in Arkansas, and significant damage was caused in Little Rock, Arkansas
A powerful storm system wreaked havoc across the South and Midwest on Friday, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. In Arkansas, homes and shopping centers were shredded by deadly tornadoes, while in Illinois, a theater roof collapsed during a heavy metal concert, killing one person and injuring 28.
In Indiana, three people were killed in Sullivan County, according to Emergency Management Director Jim Pirtle. Wynne, a town in northeastern Arkansas, was also devastated, with two fatalities reported, along with destroyed homes and people trapped in the debris.
The Belvidere Police Department said the theater roof collapse occurred as a heavy storm rolled through the area and that calls began coming from the venue shortly after the storm passed. The storm also caused significant damage in Little Rock, Arkansas, where a car was upturned in a Kroger parking lot.
The storm system is expected to continue moving eastward, bringing more severe weather to the region. Authorities are urging residents to remain vigilant and take all necessary precautions to ensure their safety.
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