3/27/23 - The South Works To Cleanup From Deadly Tornadoes

A weekend of deadly tornadoes has communities across the South reaching out for help.

- Over the weekend, at least 27 tornadoes were reported across five states -- Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia and Tennessee. 

At least 25 lives were lost and the twisters left a trail of destruction for miles. 

Dozens of people were injured and thousands have been left without power.  

Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves, issued a state of emergency following the weekend tornadoes. 

President Joe Biden approved disaster relief for Mississippi on Sunday. He said he will offer full federal support as the communities work to recover.  

Many small towns reported damage. One of the hardest hit areas was in Rolling Ford, Mississippi with a massive E4 tornado that leveled the town.  

Another threat of dangerous storms could impact the same areas early this week which could bring an increased risk of flooding.  

The latest forecast from the National Weather Service shows the same storm system will linger in the Southeast on Monday with damaging winds, large hail and an isolated tornado threat. Parts of southern Georgia and South Carolina will be in the bullseye, including the cities of Columbus, Savannah and Charleston. Flood watches and warnings have been issued for areas of Alabama and Georgia.