Mississippi tornado and storms kill at least 23 - state officials

A general view shows damaged cars and structures, while emergency crews work at the scene, following a tornado in Silver City, Mississippi, U.S. March 24, 2023 in this picture obtained from social media. Mississippi Highway Patrol via Twitter/via REUTERS

(Reuters) - At least 23 people were killed and dozens injured after thunderstorms spawning high straight-line winds and tornados ripped across Mississippi late on Friday, leaving hundreds without shelter, state officials said on Saturday.

Four people were missing following the storms, which left a trail of damage for more than 100 miles (161 km). The tornados struck Silver City, a town of 200 people in western Mississippi, as well as Rolling Fork, with a population of 1,700, which was hardest hit. Parts of the state remain under tornado warning.