A series of severe tornadoes swept through St. Louis and other Midwest communities, resulting in at least 7 fatalities and extensive damage estimated at over $1.6 billion. The storms, with one tornado classified as EF3, touched down in various areas including northern St. Louis and caused substantial destruction to homes and businesses. Local officials, including Governor Kehoe and St. Louis Mayor, are calling for federal disaster assistance as rescue and recovery efforts continue amidst ongoing adverse weather conditions. Complications arose when sirens designed to warn residents of the impending tornadoes failed due to human error, prompting outrage from the community. Relief organizations and thousands of linemen have mobilized to restore power and provide emergency aid, as residents begin to assess the damage and seek support.