At least 23 fatalities have been reported as severe storms and tornadoes have wreaked havoc across the Midwest, especially impacting Kentucky and Missouri. The storms have led to extensive damage, with multiple counties declaring states of emergency. In St. Louis, at least 5 deaths have been confirmed, and significant destruction has been reported, prompting a cleanup effort across the region. Eyewitness accounts and videos show the violent nature of the tornadoes that have left thousands without power and destroyed homes and businesses. Authorities continue to assess the extent of the damage and rescue efforts are underway as communities come together to recover from this devastating disaster.