North Texas Tornadoes: Cleanup and Damage Reports After Weekend Storms

Tornado Damage in North Texas

• 🌪️ Families in North Texas are beginning the cleanup process after tornadoes struck over the weekend.
• 🏠 In Parker County, the town of Milsap experienced major damage, with homes losing roofs and significant debris scattered.
• 💔 One couple in Milsap reported losing their RV, chicken coop, garden, outdoor furniture, windows, and nearly all their trees.
• 🏚️ In another county, a home was severely damaged, with the yard littered with trees and debris.

Storm Reports and Meteorologist Analysis

• 📊 Meteorologist Marielle Ruiz detailed nine tornado reports across North Texas from Saturday.
• ⚠️ The largest reported hail size was 2 inches in diameter.
• 📍 Specific reports were noted in counties including Parker, near Johnsville, and closer to Jackboro.
• 📝 The National Weather Service is scheduled to survey these areas to confirm if the damage was caused by tornadoes or straight-line winds, and to assign ratings.

Flooding and Rescues

• 🌊 In Monte County, several inches of rain caused high water levels, shutting down US 81.
• 🆘 Crews conducted several rescues due to the flooding.
• 🚗 Cars were seen surrounded by high water on the highway before it receded.