Last December, a violent, long-tracked tornado moved across multiple U.S. states, causing catastrophic damage and killing at least 80 people.

The town of Mayfield, in the U.S. state of Kentucky was devastated.

CGTN’s Dan Williams reported from the town in the aftermath.

Community awards resident for heroic acts during tornado disaster

One of the buildings to be destroyed in a devastating tornado in the U.S. state of Kentucky was a candle factory in the town of Mayfield where more than 100 people were working at the time the tornado struck.

Nine people died, but it could have been even worse.

The devastating impacts of the tornado remain clear to see. But that horrific evening last December will also be remembered for several heroic and selfless acts.

CGTN’s Dan Williams reports.

Rebuild in Mayfield after December tornadoes

The aftermath of deadly tornados that caused catastrophic damage last December in multiple U.S. states. Mayfield, Kentucky, was one of the most severely impacted communities.

The damage left questions over the future of the city. But as CGTN’s Dan Williams reports, there are already signs of hope.