Seven Iowans, including two children under the age of 5, were killed in tornadoes that ripped through the state over the weekend. Six of the fatalities were near Winterset and one was in Chariton. It was the state’s deadliest tornado outbreak in the last 15 years. We’re thinking of those who lost their lives and their homes. Here’s what to know and some ways you can help:

• Donations and volunteer efforts are continuing: Here’s how to help Iowa tornado victims. (Des Moines Register)
• There’s a GoFundMe set up for a family whose father and two of the children died near Winterset, while the mother and one child survived with injuries.
• PepperHarrow Farm – a popular fresh cut flower vendor at the Des Moines Farmers’ Market – experienced extensive damage. A GoFundMe has been set up to help rebuild its operations.
• Norwalk suffered widespread damage in Saturday’s storm. (KCCI)  
• Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation for Madison County, which allows state resources to be used to assist with response and recovery efforts. (AP)