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Thursday, 7 February 2008, 10:45 GMT

In pictures: US tornado destruction

A man searches through the debris of his daughter's home in Lawrence County, Alabama

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Devastating tornadoes have torn through the southern US, killing dozens of people and injuring many more.

Tornado damage in Holland, Kentucky

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The worst-hit states were Arkansas, Tennessee, Alabama and Kentucky.

Tornado damage in Lawrence County, Alabama

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The storms flattened homes, smashed buildings and sent vehicles flying.

Tornado damage in Aldridge Grove, Alabama

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Rescue teams are still searching wrecked homes across the region.

US Post Office workers search through the remains of a post office in Castalian Springs, Tennessee

US Post Office workers search through the remains of a post office in Castalian Springs, Tennessee

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The death toll was highest in Tennessee, where 31 people were killed.

Tornado damage in Atkins, Arkansas

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In Atkins, Arkansas, a couple and their daughter were killed in their home.

Tornado damage in Atkins, Arkansas

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Winter tornadoes are not uncommon, but officials said they were shocked by the intensity of the storms.

A woman searches through debris at her mother's house in Atkins, Arkansas

A woman searches through debris at her mother's house in Atkins, Arkansas

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President George W Bush has offered federal aid and will visit the region on Friday. If you have any pictures of the tornado damage you can send them to yourpics@bbc.co.uk.

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