At least 50 dead as tornadoes devastate Kentucky

The tornado was on the ground for over 200 miles.

A devastating tornado outbreak in western Kentucky has claimed the lives of at least 50 people, according to Gov. Andy Beshear.

The total could reach 75 to 100 people, he added, calling it "one of the hardest nights in Kentucky history."

One tornado was on the ground for 200 miles, he said, devastating towns like Mayfield and Princeton late Friday. At least four tornadoes tore through western Kentucky.

Beshear has activated the National Guard for search and rescue and recovery operations.