Severe Weather Causes Damage Across Eastern U.S.

Why it matters locally: Kentucky experienced tornado and wind damage as part of the severe weather system impacting the Eastern U.S., potentially affecting communities across the state.

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Severe weather affected multiple areas of the United States, including tornadoes, waterspouts, and flooding. Officials declared states of emergency on Long Island, New York, and in Delaware following the storms. Kentucky and Pennsylvania also experienced tornado and wind damage. NBC reporter Valerie Castro provided coverage of the events. TODAY meteorologist Dylan Dreyer offered updates on the forecast.