At least 17 deaths reported as a monster U.S. storm sparks tornadoes

The most fatalities as of Saturday morning were in Missouri, authorities said, with 11 people killed. The Missouri State Highway Patrol also reported that multiple people were injured.

At least 17 deaths reported as a monster U.S. storm sparks tornadoes
Mark Nelson, of Wis., waits with his tractor-trailer after it overturned during high winds and a possible tornado on Interstate 44 westbound at Villa Ridge, Mo., on Friday.

The most fatalities as of Saturday morning were in Missouri, authorities said, with 11 people killed. The Missouri State Highway Patrol also reported that multiple people were injured.

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