Photos: Deadly tornadoes hit Kentucky and Missouri

By Emily Bogle

Published May 17, 2025 at 4:42 PM EDT

Anthony Broughton digs through the debris of his destroyed home following a severe storm in London, Ky., on Saturday.

At least 25 people have died due to storms and tornadoes in Kentucky and Missouri overnight. Officials expect the number to rise.

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear says there are over 700 personnel working to restore power in the state. He is asking the public to check on their neighbors after the severe weather. The National Weather Service says the tornado's long path could make damage assessments a multi-day process.

A home is destroyed after a severe storm passed the area in London, Ky., on Saturday.

Destruction caused by a tornado in Somerset, Ky., on Saturday.

Volunteers help clear debris from a road following severe storms last night in London, Ky., on Saturday.

A man uses a back hoe to move debris into a pile following severe storms in London, Ky., on Saturday.

Houses in a neighborhood lie damaged after a tornado struck in St. Louis on

Debra El (right) rejoices after volunteers are able to get roof lining off of the road in north St. Louis on Saturday.

Alex Cadigan (left) helps Sam Campbell haul a large tree limb in north St. Louis on Saturday.

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