A deadly tornado-spawning storm has hit the Southeast, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. At least 26 people have been reported dead so far, with dozens more injured and missing. One town has been completely wiped out, according to the local mayor. This is a tragic tale of devastation that has left many in shock and mourning.

The storm, which hit on a Tuesday evening, swept through several states in the Southeast, leaving behind a path of destruction that will take years to recover from. The tornadoes, which were spawned by the storm, tore through homes, businesses, and other buildings, leaving nothing but rubble in their wake.

The death toll is expected to rise as rescue workers continue to search through the debris for survivors. Emergency services are working around the clock to help those affected by the disaster, but the scale of the destruction is making it difficult for them to reach all those in need.