A series of tornadoes struck the Greater Houston area in Texas, US, on Saturday afternoon, resulting in one death and several injuries. The storms caused widespread damage, impacting homes and infrastructure across multiple counties.
The National Weather Service confirmed tornadoes in Katy, Cypress, Porter Heights, and Splendora, north of Houston. A tornado caused significant destruction between Alvin and Liverpool, south of the city. Numerous tornado warnings were issued throughout the region.
One killed, several injured
In Brazoria County, one fatality was reported in the Liverpool area, along with four non-critical injuries, according to CBS News citing Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Madison Polston. Polston said there were “multiple touchdown points” in the county between Liverpool, Hillcrest Village, and Alvin.
Damages and destruction
According to Polston, approximately 10 homes were damaged in Brazoria County. Assessments of the damage are ongoing.
North of Houston, in Montgomery County, 50 to 100 homes sustained damage due to severe weather, including downed trees and power lines, according to Jason Smith, the county’s deputy chief of staff. At least two people were hospitalized with non-critical injuries.
Mobile homes were damaged or destroyed in Katy and Porter Heights, where a fire station also suffered damage. The National Weather Service reported a “large and extremely dangerous tornado” near Stowell in Chambers County.
Flights delayed
Houston’s major airports, Bush Intercontinental and Hobby airports, experienced significant departure delays Saturday afternoon due to the storms, according to FlightAware.
