Kentucky tornado death toll rises to 74

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Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear announced the state’s death toll had climbed to 74, with at least 109 Kentuckians unaccounted for, nearly three days after tornadoes tore through his state and several others.

The Democrat said during a press conference Monday afternoon he believes the number of people dead will climb as the rescue effort continues.

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