About this recording
Published 2026-02-16. A powerful storm system swept through parts of the Southeast, triggering tornado watches and causing damage in multiple states. Louisiana (near Lake Charles) saw significant wind damage, including downed power lines and structural impacts. Thousands have lost power across parts of MS/LA/GA/FL, with debris and localized flooding complicating travel and response efforts. This archived recording reflects reporting at publication; conditions may have changed.
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