At least 42 deaths linked to severe US storms

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At least 42 deaths linked to severe US storms

(AP) - A series of storms in the United States that sparked tornadoes, wildfires, high winds, and dust storms while barreling across eight states over the weekend have left at least 42 people dead and dozens injured. Scattered tornadoes in...

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