Severe tornadoes caused fatalities and considerable damage in Oklahoma and Iowa, with four deaths in Oklahoma including a 4-month-old baby.

Oklahoma's Sulphur town was particularly devastated, leading to a State of Emergency and prompt actions by Gov. Kevin Stitt.

Relief efforts are underway with reunification centers and shelters established; 24,000 customers are experiencing power outages.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has issued severe weather warnings across several states, signaling ongoing risks.

State of Emergency extends to 12 counties in Oklahoma, with widespread power cuts in Oklahoma and Texas; federal assistance is being sought by governors.

Shifts in tornado patterns have been observed, with recent studies indicating climate change effects as a contributing factor to increased natural disasters in the US.

The Bob Mills Weather Center is actively providing live updates on the evolving severe weather conditions.