Missouri state officials have confirmed the
death toll has crossed 100 in the tornado that hit Joplin in Missouri
province of the United States on Sunday.
About 116 people were dead and 1150 injured in a tornado that knocked down power lines and damaged nearly 2000 buildings.
Joplin official Mark Rohr said seven people have been rescued.
A door-to-door search and rescue operation began on Monday morning, but the thunderstorm hindered its pace.
The US President, Barack Obama, has expressed condolences for the victims.
"Michelle and I send our deepest condolences to the families of all
those who lost their lives in the tornadoes and severe weather that
struck Joplin, Missouri, as well as communities across the Midwest
today," The BBC News quoted him, as saying.
Missouri Governor Jay Nixon said the state is deploying every agency
and resource available to ensure the rescue and rehabilitation of the
victims. He warned the possibility of another storm and urged Missouri
residents to keep a close eye on the weather report. (ANI)
