several states swept by tornadoes, at least 21 dead

Powerful whirlwinds. In the southern United States, several states were hit by violent tornadoes, causing scenes of chaos. In Texas, many people were injured by the blast of a tornado that struck a gas station. The roof and walls of the building were destroyed by the power of the gusts. “It was horrible”confides a man who tried to take refuge in the building.

In Arkansas, a landscape dotted with destroyed houses emerges. “It felt like the tornado was sucking in the walls and windows. The roof flew off,” testifies a resident. Tornadoes occur regularly in these central and southern states of the United States. According to a latest report, at least 21 people have died. Thousands of people were homeless on Monday May 27.