Tornado Impact and Federal Response

A devastating tornado in Mississippi resulted in 25 deaths and numerous injuries. The city of Rolling Fork was severely affected, with hundreds of structures destroyed. President Joe Biden declared a state of emergency in several counties, authorizing federal aid for temporary housing, infrastructure repair, and loans for uninsured victims. This tornado is the deadliest in Mississippi since April 2011, when 31 people died.

How many people were reported dead due to the tornado in Mississippi?

• 15

• 20

• 25

• 30

Which city was most affected by the tornado?

• Hattiesburg

• Jackson

• Rolling Fork

• Biloxi

What did President Joe Biden declare in response to the tornado?

• A day of mourning

• A state of emergency

• A national holiday

• A curfew

What kind of federal aid was directed to the affected areas?

• Medical supplies

• Military assistance

• Temporary housing and infrastructure restoration

• Food and water supplies

When was the last time Mississippi experienced such a deadly tornado before this one?

• June 2013

• May 2012

• April 2011

• March 2010