Severe storms leave nearly 300,000 Americans without power across seven states, with deadly tornadoes and thunderstorms causing widespread destruction.
Forecasters warn of more dangerous weather ahead, including heavy rain, damaging winds, and flash flooding.
The storms have already claimed lives and caused significant damage, prompting federal assistance and emergency declarations in affected states.
With extreme weather events becoming more frequent, communities brace for further impacts as the summer progresses.
(Adapted from BBC)
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