Tornadoes devastate U.S. Midwest

The National Weather Service has issued multiple warnings as more storms are expected to follow, bringing the risk of further tornadoes and high winds.

Emergency responders are currently assessing the damage and searching for potential victims in the hardest-hit areas.

Several schools were forced to take cover as the funnels passed overhead, with some buildings suffering significant structural damage.

The outbreak is one of the most severe in recent years, prompting state governors to declare emergencies in several jurisdictions.