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Univ. of Alabama Swimmer Killed by Tornado (VIDEO)

The mid-west and south were blasted by powerful storms over the last two days. Tornados devastated many towns and led to dozens of fatalities. Among those fatalities was John Servati, 21, a junior athlete at the University of Alabama:

University of Alabama officials confirmed Tuesday that a member of the school’s men’s swimming and diving team was killed Monday night when violent storms and a tornado struck the Tuscaloosa area.

John Servati, 21, a junior swimmer and dean’s list student at Alabama, was killed, according to school officials.

“John Servati was an extraordinary young man of great character and warmth who had a tremendously giving spirit,” UA coach Dennis Pursley said in a statement. “During this incredibly difficult time, our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and to all who had the good fortune to know him. He will forever be in our hearts and a part of the Crimson Tide legacy.”

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