HOUSTON (AP) — A tornado that raced through residential areas north of Houston caused extensive damage, impacting over 100 homes by tearing off roofs, moving garages, and shattering windows, as reported by Texas authorities. Fortunately, there have been no injuries reported due to the storm on Monday, which uprooted trees, downed power lines, and left debris scattered across neighborhoods. As assessments of the damage continued into Tuesday amid heavy fog, calmer weather was anticipated.
Around 20,000 customers were left without power at one point due to the tornado's impact. Miriam Harris, a resident, shared her experience with KTRK-TV, describing how she had to hold her door shut against the storm's force, resulting in damage to her roof and holiday decorations.
Officials in Klein, located approximately 25 miles north of Houston, focused on repairing gas leaks, clearing fallen trees, and cleaning debris from local homes and businesses. Additional damage reports came in from Cypress and Spring, with ongoing efforts to restore normalcy.
A team from the Houston Fire Department has been dispatched to assist with the removal of fallen trees, while drone footage and photos shared by local authorities displayed the residential destruction, including roofs stripped of shingles and obstructed roadways.
The National Weather Service had previously issued a tornado watch for the southeastern Texas area, valid until early morning Tuesday, along with warnings of severe thunderstorms for parts of the region. As communities begin the cleanup process, anticipation of improved weather conditions brings some relief amid the chaos.
Around 20,000 customers were left without power at one point due to the tornado's impact. Miriam Harris, a resident, shared her experience with KTRK-TV, describing how she had to hold her door shut against the storm's force, resulting in damage to her roof and holiday decorations.
Officials in Klein, located approximately 25 miles north of Houston, focused on repairing gas leaks, clearing fallen trees, and cleaning debris from local homes and businesses. Additional damage reports came in from Cypress and Spring, with ongoing efforts to restore normalcy.
A team from the Houston Fire Department has been dispatched to assist with the removal of fallen trees, while drone footage and photos shared by local authorities displayed the residential destruction, including roofs stripped of shingles and obstructed roadways.
The National Weather Service had previously issued a tornado watch for the southeastern Texas area, valid until early morning Tuesday, along with warnings of severe thunderstorms for parts of the region. As communities begin the cleanup process, anticipation of improved weather conditions brings some relief amid the chaos.
