At least 10 tornadoes struck the southeastern U.S. states of Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi on Saturday, December 28, with severe weather causing widespread damage and leaving at least one person dead near Houston, according to local law enforcement and the National Weather Service.
At least one person has died near Houston, texas following a devastating tornadoes that hit the southeastern area of the United States on Saturday, according to reports. The tornadoes hit Texas hardest, with Crockett, Texas, suffering significant damage. The severe tornado brought down trees and power lines, and ripped parts of the roof off a clinic near a nursing home. The storm also caused heavy flooding, worsened by a burst water pipe, which further increased the danger for residents and drivers in the area.
Across the Texas Gulf Coast, storms and overcast skies plagued the region, including in Galveston Bay and Dickinson. Heavy rains, strong winds, and frequent lightning strikes intensified the already hazardous conditions. The intense weather prompted multiple warnings and advisories as authorities worked to manage the situation.
In Louisiana and Mississippi, additional tornadoes were reported, though damage was less severe. Power outages affected thousands of residents, with emergency crews working around the clock to restore services. The full extent of the damage in these states is still being assessed.
Local authorities have warned residents to stay vigilant as severe weather conditions could continue through the weekend. Emergency response teams are focused on rescue efforts in the hardest-hit areas, while local governments are preparing for further storms expected in the coming days.
A tornado ripped through a rural area of North Dakota late Friday, killing three people and leaving behind severe damage as storms lashed parts of the upper Midwest.
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Severe tornadoes swept through parts of Kentucky and Missouri, leaving at least 25 people dead and causing extensive damage.
At least 27 people have died after powerful storms swept across the U.S. Midwest and South, with Kentucky among the hardest-hit states.
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China has ramped up efforts to protect communities impacted by flood control measures, introducing stronger compensation policies and direct aid from the central government.
The U.S. Embassy in Qatar has advised American citizens to shelter in place amid rising tensions between Israel and Iran, as part of a broader global security alert issued by Washington.
Thousands of protesters rallied in Bangkok on Saturday, demanding Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra resign as political and economic tensions mount.
Türkiye continues battling large-scale forest fires across multiple provinces, with hundreds evacuated and extensive firefighting efforts underway since June 27.
The United States and the Group of Seven nations have agreed on a plan to exempt U.S. companies from parts of a major global tax deal, a move set to reshape international tax stability.
Tens of thousands of protesters filled the streets of Belgrade on Saturday, demanding snap elections and an end to President Aleksandar Vucic’s 12-year rule.
Ukraine's Security Service carried out overnight airstrikes on a Russian military airfield in occupied Crimea, reportedly destroying three helicopters and a key air defense system.
Thousands of protesters rallied in Bangkok on Saturday, demanding Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra resign as political and economic tensions mount.
Türkiye continues battling large-scale forest fires across multiple provinces, with hundreds evacuated and extensive firefighting efforts underway since June 27.
The United States and the Group of Seven nations have agreed on a plan to exempt U.S. companies from parts of a major global tax deal, a move set to reshape international tax stability.
Large crowds dressed in black flooded the streets of Tehran on Saturday, mourning Iran’s top military commanders, nuclear scientists, and civilians killed during this month’s brutal aerial war with Israel.
Tens of thousands of protesters filled the streets of Belgrade on Saturday, demanding snap elections and an end to President Aleksandar Vucic’s 12-year rule.
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