Kentucky man rescues wife, sister-in-law from rubble of candle factory demolished by tornado
MMA fighter Brian Brooks says his wife, who worked at the Mayfield, Kentucky candle factory destroyed by a tornado, called him to tell him that she and her sister were trapped in the rubble, and that she loved him. He raced to the scene, helping to pull as many workers as he could from the collapsed building -- and eventually managed to rescue his wife and her sister as well.
MMA fighter Brian Brooks says his wife, who worked at the Mayfield, Kentucky candle factory destroyed by a tornado, called him to tell him that she and her sister were trapped in the rubble, and that she loved him. He raced to the scene, helping to pull as many workers as he could from the collapsed building -- and eventually managed to rescue his wife and her sister as well.
Tornado killed 7 children on a single street in Kentucky
Fourteen people died within a few blocks when a tornado touched down in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Eleven of them were from a single street, including seven children.
Fourteen people died within a few blocks when a tornado touched down in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Eleven of them were from a single street, including seven children.
Kentucky candle factory worker says she faced discipline if she left job amid tornado
An employee of the Kentucky candle factory where eight workers were killed by a tornado says a supervisor threatened her with written disciplinary action if she went home early because storms were approaching.
An employee of the Kentucky candle factory where eight workers were killed by a tornado says a supervisor threatened her with written disciplinary action if she went home early because storms were approaching.
Tornado relief: How to help victims in Kentucky, other states
Tornadoes ripped through the South and Midwest overnight on Dec. 10, killing dozens across five states and leaving behind a trail of destruction. Here’s a look at ways you can help.
Tornadoes ripped through the South and Midwest overnight on Dec. 10, killing dozens across five states and leaving behind a trail of destruction. Here’s a look at ways you can help.
Tornadoes: At least 64 killed in Kentucky, thousands without heat, water
Tornadoes left at least 64 people dead in Kentucky and at least 14 others across Illinois, Tennessee, Arkansas and Missouri, officials said.
Tornadoes left at least 64 people dead in Kentucky and at least 14 others across Illinois, Tennessee, Arkansas and Missouri, officials said.
Kentucky tornado kills 8 in candle factory, search continues in collapsed Amazon warehouse
Gov. Andy Beshear initially warned Sunday that the state’s overall death toll from the outbreak of twisters Friday night in Mayfield and other communities could exceed 100.
Gov. Andy Beshear initially warned Sunday that the state’s overall death toll from the outbreak of twisters Friday night in Mayfield and other communities could exceed 100.
Kentucky tornado blows photo nearly 130 miles to Indiana, returned to family
A photo from a tornado-damaged home in Kentucky landed almost 130 miles away in Indiana.
A photo from a tornado-damaged home in Kentucky landed almost 130 miles away in Indiana.
Was Kentucky, Tennessee tornado outbreak related to climate change?
Dozens were killed when tornadoes ripped through at least five states late Friday, including a candle factory in Kentucky and an Amazon warehouse in Illinois. Did climate change play a role in this catastrophic weather event?
Dozens were killed when tornadoes ripped through at least five states late Friday, including a candle factory in Kentucky and an Amazon warehouse in Illinois. Did climate change play a role in this catastrophic weather event?
Mayfield, Kentucky tornado: Gov. fears at least 70 dead after storm hits candle factory
Tornadoes and severe weather left catastrophic destruction and multiple deaths in several states, including Kentucky where dozens are feared dead. Here is a look at where the storms hit across the U.S. late Friday.
Tornadoes and severe weather left catastrophic destruction and multiple deaths in several states, including Kentucky where dozens are feared dead. Here is a look at where the storms hit across the U.S. late Friday.
FedEx warns of holiday shipping delays after storms cause 'substantial disruptions'
“FedEx Express experienced substantial disruptions at the Memphis hub last night due to severe thunderstorms,” the company said on its website.
“FedEx Express experienced substantial disruptions at the Memphis hub last night due to severe thunderstorms,” the company said on its website.
Mayfield, Kentucky tornado on ground for more than 200 miles, governor says
A tornado that ripped through a candle factory in Mayfield, Kentucky, where dozens are still feared dead, touched down for more than 200 miles late Friday, the governor said.
A tornado that ripped through a candle factory in Mayfield, Kentucky, where dozens are still feared dead, touched down for more than 200 miles late Friday, the governor said.
Mountain Loop Highway closes for the season on Dec. 3
With the snow hitting the ground in higher elevations, Snohomish County Public Works will close Mountain Loop Highway at 8 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 3 for the rest of the season.
With the snow hitting the ground in higher elevations, Snohomish County Public Works will close Mountain Loop Highway at 8 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 3 for the rest of the season.
Skagit County officials warn of risk of landslides after historic flooding
Throughout most of November, flooding concerns have been top of mind for emergency managers in Skagit County. Now, the attention shifts to a growing concern: landslides.
Throughout most of November, flooding concerns have been top of mind for emergency managers in Skagit County. Now, the attention shifts to a growing concern: landslides.
American Red Cross CEO joins FOX 13 Morning News to discuss flooding
Gail McGovern, president and CEO of the American Red Cross, discussed devastating flooding in Washington state.
Gail McGovern, president and CEO of the American Red Cross, discussed devastating flooding in Washington state.
North Sound community braces for more flooding
A second round of rains this weekend has led to a second round of flooding in some of Whatcom County’s hardest-hit towns.
A second round of rains this weekend has led to a second round of flooding in some of Whatcom County’s hardest-hit towns.
Whatcom County plans to request federal assistance for Nooksack River flood damage recovery
Officials are getting a closer look at just how bad the damages are from destructive flooding along the Nooksack River in Whatcom County.
Officials are getting a closer look at just how bad the damages are from destructive flooding along the Nooksack River in Whatcom County.
Clallam County asking residents to report damage from flooding for federal assistance
Clallam County officials are asking residents to submit preliminary estimates for damage caused during last week's flooding.
Clallam County officials are asking residents to submit preliminary estimates for damage caused during last week's flooding.
Gov. Inslee will seek federal aid for flood damage in Washington
With floodwaters receding in parts of Washington state damage assessments are beginning and Gov. Jay Inslee is promising he’ll aggressively seek federal money.
With floodwaters receding in parts of Washington state damage assessments are beginning and Gov. Jay Inslee is promising he’ll aggressively seek federal money.
Skagit Valley farm faces aftermath of severe weather and flooding
The only road that leads to Skagit River Ranch is Utopia Road, and it remained cut off by floodwaters on Tuesday.
The only road that leads to Skagit River Ranch is Utopia Road, and it remained cut off by floodwaters on Tuesday.
North Sound flooding: Water receding in some areas, though residents aren't out of the woods yet
Gov. Jay Inslee declared a severe weather state of emergency for several counties after heavy rainfall caused floods and mudslides, and closed roadways.
Gov. Jay Inslee declared a severe weather state of emergency for several counties after heavy rainfall caused floods and mudslides, and closed roadways.



















