The Daily Weather Update from FOX Weather: Relentless severe weather continues after deadly Kansas tornado

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More than a dozen reports of tornadoes across three states were tallied by the National Weather Service on Tuesday, including one twister that turned deadly in Westmoreland, Kansas, some 50 miles northwest of Topeka. Several others were also injured during the tornado.

Damage in the Westmoreland area was considered extensive, prompting officials to enact a curfew. Nearly two dozen homes in the area were reported to have been either damaged or destroyed during the severe weather.

It has been nearly a week straight of severe weather across the central U.S. The streak started Thursday of last week and culminated in a tornado outbreak that killed at least five people across two states. The threat of dangerous storms continues Wednesday, with the worst weather expected from Kansas to Texas.

The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season begins on June 1. Forecasters have already predicted a busy year, with some saying we may have to use a second list of names this year. We've put together a guide that will give you everything you need to know about the upcoming season.

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