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Short staffing at NWS in Kentucky did not affect tornado warnings for deadly storms, union says
The Jackson, Kentucky, office is one of at least four such facilities across the country that is so short-staffed that it is ...
Kentucky man recalls sheltering in closet as tornado roared overhead
Severe storms killed at least 18 people in Kentucky with 10 more hospitalized in critical condition, authorities said. Gov.
Search and rescue efforts continue in Kentucky, Missouri after deadly tornado outbreak devastates communities
Recovery operations are underway, and first responders are continuing their heroic efforts to search for survivors among the ...
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18 deaths confirmed as tornadoes rock southeastern Kentucky
At least 18 deaths have been confirmed from violent tornadoes that swept through the commonwealth late Friday evening into ...
Did staffing cuts at weather service affect Kentucky’s tornado response?
Due to staffing shortages, the National Weather Service in Jackson no longer has overnight staff. But NWS and Kentucky Gov.
Want to help Kentucky residents impacted by deadly tornadoes? Here are ways to assist
From donating to a disaster relief fund to volunteering for debris cleanup, here's how you can help Kentucky residents impacted by tornado damages.
How a tornado tested a Kentucky weather office that cut overnight staff
The Jackson, Kentucky, office is one of a growing number of forecast offices unable to cover an overnight shift since the Trump administration cut staffing levels through buyouts and firings.
Video shows lightning and possible tornadoes in parts of Kentucky
Multiple deaths have been reported after a possible tornado rolled across southeastern Kentucky, according to local ...