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Fifteen years. Countless stories. One resilient community. See how the costliest tornado in history paved the way for an incredible journey of recovery and hope. @ProcterGamble presents "Joplin 15 Years Later," Thursday, May 21 at 9/8c on The Weather Channel.

The @weatherchannel returns to Joplin, MO, 15 years after one of the most devastating tornadoes in US history! Lots of stories on the recovery and resilience in this town! Tonight (5/21) 9/8CT!

On our way to Joplin, MO, to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the EF5 tornado. Out of the rubble, @OpBBQRelief was born. 15 years later, we’ve provided 13M+ meals. 📺 Tune into @weatherchannel tomorrow at 9 p.m. EDT for a special spotlight. #JoplinStrong #15YearsOfOBR

In the chaos of a post-disaster hospital, some patients defy the laws of medicine. Fifteen years after the catastrophic Joplin tornado altered their lives forever, the "Miracle Kid," Mason Keck, reunites with the surgeon who saved her life when she was just 10 years old. Watch Joplin 15 Years Later tonight at 9/8c on The Weather Channel.

Recovery starts with the essentials. 15 years ago in Joplin, @ProcterGamble and @tide brought Tide Loads of Hope mobile laundry units to help families meet everyday needs and begin to regain a sense of normalcy when it mattered most. We’re grateful to the Joplin community for sharing their stories. Tune in to Joplin 15 Years Later Thursday, May 21 at 9/8c on The Weather Channel — and learn more about the Joplin community's story on P&G's blog bit.ly/4dvWk3O.

Still more than a month away from the Summer Solstice (June 21st) and super heat has already hit parts of the Northeast. Yesterday, Philly broke an all-time record for the month of May (98°)! One more hot/steamy day before a drastic cool down! Get the latest on @weatherchannel!🥵

It remains one of the most significant weather events in American history. Thursday, May 21, we return to Missouri for Joplin 15 Years Later, presented by @ProcterGamble—a special documenting the city's transformation since the 2011 EF5 tornado. Join us as we look back at the day that changed everything and the 15 years of progress that followed

RADAR RECAP: MAY 17, 2026 SAINT LIBORY, NEBRASKA EF3 TORNADO 🌪️ Maximum winds of 160 mph winds, 6.09 miles long, and 350 yards maximum width. 🌪️ Volumetric scan of the supercell during the time of the tornado. 🌪️ @NWSHastings tornado survey track white line. @weatherchannel #NEwx #tornado

Excited to return to #Joplin to share some incredible stories with you, and the city’s remarkable comeback. Thursday 9pm ET. Friday 8am ET.

We are still facing a severe threat that stretches from Texas all the way to Maine today. Plus, big changes for your holiday weekend plans.

Big storms on the Texas coast this morning -- heading towards Houston. Houston is a spot to keep an eye on this week with flooding very likely.

The storm machine that conquered the plains. Some areas picked up more than 5" of rain with 19 different tornado reports.

It's Monday on Weather Channel Live and we're timing out the risk for severe storms into tonight. Dangerous tornadoes and severe thunderstorms with damaging winds and very large hail will be possible Tune in for the latest details.

Another round of severe weather is possible Monday afternoon into tonight, extending from Texas to Ohio. Here are the maps you need to stay informed:

After yesterday's severe outbreak, more storms for today and tonight. Jennifer Lopez is with me today timing out all the threats on @weatherchannel. Please have a way to get warnings, and have a safe place to get to quickly.

🌪️WORST TORNADO DAY YET🌪️ TORCON 7 After 22 tornadoes Sunday, today is likely to be the worst tornado day of May so far. Severe storms, with tornadoes, could be seen from Michigan to Texas, with an area from near Omaha, NE to Wichita, KS at risk for long-track EF3+ tornadoes.

The power of lightning. Check out the lightning-induced fires from last week.

We've already had a tornado outbreak over the weekend -- now we head into Monday with another one possible. Big wind, Big hail, and Strong tornadoes possible this evevning. @weatherchannel

@WxScholl Amazing footage Ryan! 💙

LOOK DAD IM ON THE WEATHER CHANNEL, I hope you’re proud of me up there🥹

A massive tornado was spotted this evening in Palmer, NE, as a series of severe weather moves through the plains.

Be on high alert for severe storms today and tomorrow, including a pretty high chance of tornadoes, 75+ mph winds, and huge hail. We have all the details and city timing on @weatherchannel Stay safe everyone!