CNN, others share images from Oklahoma via social media
By CNN Staff
May 21, 2013 -- Updated 1738 GMT (0138 HKT) | Filed under: Social Media
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Debris covers the ground after a powerful tornado ripped through neighborhoods Monday in Moore, Oklahoma.
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A sign with a sad and new meaning after the tornado that hit |
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Unbelievable that winds could throw wood into the ground like a javelin. |
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Devastation as far as we can see here in Moore, OK. With @andersoncooper and @neilhallsworth #CNN #Moore #Tornado |
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This was a liquor store pic.twitter.com/SJ5aifAW2C | JAKE TAPPER@JAKETAPPER·2 ORE FA |
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STORY BEHIND DOG PICTURE: The dog was guarding it's deceased owner. Taken to shelter; deputy plans on adopting. pic.twitter.com/cQ1LzHb2Fu |
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literally everywhere you turn is total destruction. horrifying. #oklahoma #tornado @andersoncooper @drsanjaygupta pic.twitter.com/LVDJmwpa66 |
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#Oklahoma #Moore lo que quedo al paso del tornado #RT pic.twitter.com/XtXY2alZsC |
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I am at moore med ctr, a hospital in the path of the storm. thanks to fast acting staff, no injuries
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Search and rescue efforts continue pic.twitter.com/QtGl6hwXzF |
(CNN) -- As Moore, Oklahoma, struggles to regain its footing under the public spotlight, journalists from CNN are among those sharing online images of the devastation of a deadly tornado, as well as the rescue and recovery efforts there.
But they're not alone. From rescue workers like the Red Cross to the Oklahoma County Sheriff's office to the governor of the state, regular citizens are taking to social media to share, as well, helping paint the picture of a tragedy that has captivated and saddened a nation.
How to help
Here is our roundup of social media images and messages coming out of Moore -- both from our own staff and others. Let us know of any other social media accounts providing good information in the comments.
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