At least 14 people were killed and dozens were injured during the passage of heavy tornadoes and thunderstorms in central and southern United States, local authorities said.

Missouri state authorities have confirmed “11 deaths associated with storms”, in a statement to X. In the neighboring state of Arcansa, three people have lost their lives.

The State Governor has warned of further severe weather, including tornadoes on Saturday.

The State Emergency Management Service has confirmed extensive damage across the area.

“Local services are working tirelessly to help those in need and evaluate the damage,” the Missouri State Highway Patrol said in a statement on X.

The devastating storms also hit Texas and Oklahoma, where they fed more than 100 fires and turned many semi -dumps, according to CBS News.

One of these fires, known as 840 Road Fire, has already burned 27,500 acres and is not under control, according to the Oklahoma Forest Service.

According to the National Ocean and atmosphere (NOAA), the state of Mississippi is now on alert state for a possible outburst of tornadoes.