Severe storms leave widespread destruction across eight US states

A deadly three-day storm outbreak across eight US states has claimed at least 42 lives, with tornadoes, wildfires, and dust storms causing widespread destruction.

At least three people were killed in central Alabama when multiple tornados swept across the state.

In Talladega County, video footage showed severe damage to Winterboro High School, possibly caused by a tornado.

Residents in affected areas, including parts of the South and Midwest, are beginning to assess the destruction.