Summary
A tornado struck areas north of Houston, Texas, damaging over 100 homes and causing power outages, though no injuries were reported. The storm led to downed trees, power lines, and debris, disrupting travel during a busy holiday period. Officials worked to fix gas leaks and clear debris in affected neighborhoods.
Key Facts
- A tornado damaged more than 100 homes north of Houston.
- No injuries have been reported from the storm.
- The tornado uprooted trees, downed power lines, and scattered debris.
- Over 20,000 customers lost power during the storm.
- Heavy rain and thunderstorms were forecasted for southern areas following the tornado.
- Crews worked to address gas leaks and remove blocked roads in Klein and other areas.
- Several vehicle crashes were linked to the storm.
- The National Weather Service had issued a tornado watch and severe thunderstorm warning for the area.
