Moore, Oklahoma, the hometown of Toby Keith, was ravaged by the series of tornadoes that hit the Midwest on Monday. At least 24 people were killed in the carnage, prompting Keith to offer his condolences via his website.
"This storm has devastated the community that I grew up in," he said. "I rode my bike through those neighborhoods. I have family and friends in Moore. My heart and prayers go to those that have lost so much. But Moore is strong and we will persevere. God be with you all."
During an interview with CNN's Anderson Cooper, Keith praised the work of forecasters, saying that without their warnings the death toll could have been much higher.
"Oklahoma's really good," Keith said. "Great meteorologists. Have great weather centers and they prepare you for this."
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