At least 26 people have died in a major storm system that has hit the south-central and eastern US with devastating winds and tornadoes.

Tennessee is one of the hardest-hit states, with 9 reported fatalities

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Scenes of devastation are reported in Tennessee with homes flattened, trees twisted and walls ripped from buildings.

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The death count in Tennessee is on top of the 17 deaths reported in Arkansas, Mississippi, Alabama, Indiana, Illinois, and Delaware.

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The storm system has left dozens injured.

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Multiple tornadoes have swept through Arkansas, killing at least five people.

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The National Guard has been activated to help with recovery efforts in Arkansas.

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A concert tragedy occurred in Belvidere, Illinois, when the roof and part of the facade of the Apollo Theater collapsed, killing one person and injuring 28.

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Several other states are under tornado warnings, and power outages affect over 610,000 homes.

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President Joe Biden has promised to expedite federal aid.

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