Nation IN BRIEF : ARKANSAS : At Least 5 Killed as Tornado Hits Town

At least five people died as storms ripped across the state, sparking tornadoes, ripping roofs off houses and sending trees flying, officials said. All of the victims were killed by a tornado that hit the town of Allison in Stone County, bounced over the White River and hit a campground in Izard County, according to state police spokesman Wayne Jordan. Tornado watches and warnings were posted for much of the state. Arkansas Power & Light Co. said more than 3,000 people lost power during the storms, which were triggered by a cold front.