May 23, 2025: Reporter Roundup - Midwest cleans up after severe storms
People survey damage after a severe storm moved through Friday, May 16, 2025, in St. Louis. AP Photo/Jeff Roberson
Weather service radar indicated a likely tornado touched down on May 16, 2025 between 2:30 p.m. and 2:50 p.m. in Clayton, Missouri, in the St. Louis area. The apparent tornado touched down in the area of Forest Park, home to the St. Louis Zoo and the site of the 1904 World’s Fair and Olympic Games the same year. St. Louis Mayor Cara Spencer said five people died, 38 were injured and more than 5,000 homes were affected in her city. - Associated Press
Guests:
Lacretia Wimbley
General Assignment Reporter, St. Louis Public Radio
Sarah Fentem
Health Reporter, St. Louis Public Radio