Granbury Tornado Damages Habitat Homes and Claims Lives
In Granbury Rancho Brazos Estates the tornado ripped through, half of many houses torn away while others stood. Habitat for Humanity homes were heavily damaged with several destroyed. Raul Rodriguez survived in a closet with his family as neighbors suffered injuries and fatalities were reported including two women and four men. Sheriff Deeds said six to seven people remained unaccounted for with responders at the scene.
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Bill Jackson
Tallant
Hood County
Roger Deeds
Tornado Safety Tips From Red Cross Preparedness Guide
The Red Cross urges listening to local news or NOAA Radio for watches and warnings. Pick a safe room on the lowest floor with no windows and practice drills. Remove hazardous limbs, secure outdoor items, and watch for danger signs like greenish clouds and roars.
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Second suspect arrested in Mother's Day parade shooting
Police in New Orleans say Shawn Scott, 24, was arrested as the second suspect in the Mother's Day parade shooting that wounded 20 people. He is brother to Akein Scott, 19, already jailed on 20 counts of attempted second degree murder. Bond for Akein set at 10 million dollars. Police also arrested four alleged helpers in the evasion.
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Tornado Weather Draws Caution Across Texas
National Weather Service meteorologist Melissa Huffman notes four key atmospheric components for tornadoes lift instability wind shear and moisture while dryness in the basin helps limit tornadic activity. Odessa officials discuss emergency plans drills and weather radios as Gar dendale EF-2 and EF-4 events illustrate the range of damage.
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Granbury
Huffman
Andrea Goodson
Odessa
Goodson
Ector County
Gardendale
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