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While residents across parts of the South and Midwest pummeled by deadly storms and wildfires sifted through the wreckage of their homes Monday, forecasters warned of more severe weather and fire danger in the days ahead across much of the same region.
Deadly storms have already killed 32, and more misery could be on the way for those still surveying the damage from the first round of severe weather.
Recreational cannabis consumers bought just over $300 million in pot in New Mexico since sales without a prescription were legalized a year ago. Plus, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced a new $40 million round of grants to extend high-speed internet to extremely remote farms, homes and businesses in New Mexico, including counties where the population density is less than one person per square mile.
On the western side of storms that raked much of the South with tornadoes over the weekend were extremely dry conditions in Oklahoma that, combined with high winds, fueled devastating wildfires.
If tornado warning sirens sound today, it likely will be the real thing. Morgan County is among many agencies canceling monthly siren tests today.