The death toll now stands at 8. 2 of those were from Michigan; the rest are from Illinois.

More aid information here.

Also, found out more about the accident that killed our former landlord's daughter: The driver - which was not her - had probably been drinking. :(

7 counties are declared disaster areas, including my own - but we're a big one and the damage is concentrated in the south.

You can donate to the Red Cross if you'd like to help.So far, 6 people have been confirmed dead from various areas (all the ones hardest-hit). At least 50+ people have been injured. Over 400 homes trashed, just in one town ( Read more... )

- Over *80* tornadoes in 9 states, including Illinois ( Read more... )