South Carolina also experienced tornado activity, with an EF-1 tornado confirmed in Winnsboro, causing significant damage and power outages.

Disaster relief efforts are ongoing in affected areas, with organizations responding to the damage and assisting those in need.

Mississippi's emergency management agency is prioritizing safety and accountability, with thorough damage assessments planned for the following morning.

The storm generated tornadoes ranging from EF-0 to EF-3, affecting states including Texas, Mississippi, Arkansas, and Louisiana.

In Georgia, the National Weather Service confirmed at least three tornadoes in metro Atlanta and north Georgia on December 29.

A powerful storm system swept through the southern U.S. over the weekend, resulting in at least four fatalities, including an 18-year-old girl in Mississippi and a 48-year-old woman in Texas.

Significant storm damage was reported in various locations, including downtown Athens, Alabama, and across Mississippi.

In addition to the fatalities, the severe weather caused over 600,000 residents to lose power, although most outages were resolved by December 30.

The storms, which began on December 28, led to over 600 flight delays at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, severely impacting holiday travel.

As the storm system moved eastward, the National Weather Service issued severe thunderstorm warnings for Alabama, advising residents to seek shelter from damaging winds.

Meteorologist Josh Lichter warned that storm conditions could worsen as the system continued to move eastward into the evening and overnight hours.

Meteorologist Frank Pereira noted that severe weather outbreaks of this intensity are uncommon so late in the year, although risks will decrease as the storms move eastward.