A series of powerful tornadoes carved a deadly path through the southeastern U.S. Saturday, killing at least 10 in Mississippi and leaving dozens injured.

The storms were part of a large scale disturbance and cold front that swept through the southern U.S., spawning a series of tornadoes as it moved through Texas on Thursday.

The worst of the damage occurred at Yazoo City, Mississippi, about 370 kilometers north of New Orleans. The 1.2 kilometer-wide funnel claimed ten lives, including three children, as it tore through an estimated 100 homes.

At last report, thousands were still without electricity as rescue workers continued to comb through the debris for survivors.

Tornadoes and injuries were also reported in Louisiana, Arkansas and Alabama.

Satellite image courtesy NOAA