Killer tornados swept from Oklahoma to Indiana, flattening homes, toppling trees, and ripping buildings to shreds. Winds hit with brutal force, launching debris miles into the sky.

At least six people died in Tennessee, Missouri, and Indiana. One Arkansas tornado hurled light debris nearly five miles high. Entire neighborhoods now lie in ruins.

Storms continue to churn. Forecasters warn the worst may still be ahead.

Tennessee Family Lost in the Night

Among the victims, a man and his teenage daughter were killed when a tornado crushed their home in western Tennessee. In Indiana, a man died when his truck struck downed power lines.

Emergency crews raced to rescue others. In Indianapolis, teams spent hours digging a warehouse worker from under a collapsed wall. Miraculously, she survived.

Officials say many more might not be so lucky if storms continue.

Arkansas Towns Torn Apart

Lake City, Arkansas, looks like a war zone. Bulldozers cleared debris along the highway as residents stood in shock.

Tornado winds peeled roofs off homes and tossed cars like toys. Trees snapped. Brick walls crumbled.

Cody Ferguson survived by hiding in a storm shelter. “Just real loud rumbling, a lot of bangs, debris,” he recalled. His home—one he built himself—was destroyed. His neighbor across the street was badly injured.

Selmer Car Lot Obliterated

In Selmer, Tennessee, the remains of a used car dealership were barely recognizable. Roof gone. Debris everywhere. Cars mangled. Trees bent and broken.

Homes nearby were flattened to their foundations. The Tennessee Highway Patrol posted video of lightning flashing as troopers searched the rubble for survivors.

The images were haunting—and more storms are on the way.

Debris Flung 25,000 Feet Into The Air

In Blytheville, Arkansas, forecasters issued a rare tornado emergency Wednesday night. Debris reached 25,000 feet into the air. That’s over seven kilometers—far higher than most commercial planes cruise.

Weather experts say these kinds of tornados are extremely dangerous. They move fast. They destroy everything in their path. And they keep coming.

Millions in Danger as Storms March On

The storm threat is far from over. According to the National Weather Service, more killer tornados and dangerous flash floods are likely through Saturday.

Over 90 million people are at risk. That includes states from Texas to Maine.

Thunderstorms are forming in long lines, like freight trains, and repeatedly hitting the same towns. The biggest concern is a region stretching from Arkansas through Tennessee and into Kentucky.

Flash Floods Add to the Chaos

Tornadoes aren’t the only threat. Flash flooding could turn deadly. The National Weather Service warns of “life-threatening” flood risks daily through the weekend.

Some areas could see over a foot of rain. That kind of storm, they say, happens once in a generation—or once in a lifetime.

Cities and towns across the region are scrambling to prepare. Sandbags are being deployed. FEMA is moving in supplies—cots, food, water, and generators.

Nashville Already Feeling the Strain

In Nashville, water rescues began Thursday morning. Some neighborhoods were already under water. Sirens ran all night as tornado warnings rolled in one after another.

By dawn, batteries in some systems were drained. Firefighters stayed on alert as rain continued to fall.

The fear is that the worst is still on the horizon.

Kentucky Braces for Historic Rain

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear issued a grim warning Thursday. He said parts of the state are facing “historic amounts of rain and flooding.”

In western Kentucky, flash floods are especially dangerous. The water rolls fast down the mountains, racing into hollows and valleys.

Only a few years ago, dozens died in flooding across eastern Kentucky. Residents haven’t forgotten—and many fear this storm could be worse.

Emergency Crews Race to Save Lives

In Ballard County, Kentucky, four people were hurt while taking shelter under a church carport. Tornado winds lifted their vehicle and slammed it into the ground.

In Indiana, storm winds flipped semis, downed power lines, and cut electricity across multiple counties. At least 10 school districts had to cancel classes.

Emergency teams are working around the clock.

Power Out for Half a Million

PowerOutage.us reported more than half a million customers in nine states were without electricity Thursday morning. Those states included Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, Arkansas, Tennessee, West Virginia, Mississippi, Missouri, and Texas.

Lines are down. Roads are blocked. Emergency crews are stretched thin.

And yet, the storm system is still growing.

Forecasters Warn of More Destruction

Meteorologists blame the chaos on a deadly mix. Warm temperatures, unstable air, wind shear, and Gulf moisture have combined to create perfect conditions for disaster.

They say the combination is rare—and extremely dangerous.

Unfortunately, that means killer tornados may return as early as tonight.

No End in Sight Just Yet

While the skies may clear briefly, forecasters say the system remains locked in. With storms forming and reforming, the central U.S. will stay under threat.

Residents across the region are urged to stay alert, have emergency plans ready, and take shelter when warnings come.

Because when killer tornados strike, they don’t give second chances.