A powerful storm system has swept across the central United States, unleashing tornadoes and hailstones the size of baseballs. The severe weather, which began late Wednesday, has caused significant damage to homes, vehicles, and infrastructure across several states, including Oklahoma, Kansas, and Texas.
Impact and Damage
Emergency crews are responding to reports of overturned cars, downed power lines, and destroyed buildings. In Oklahoma, a tornado touched down near the town of Woodward, leveling several homes and injuring at least a dozen people. Giant hailstones shattered windows and dented cars, leaving many residents without shelter.
Power Outages and Warnings
Over 200,000 homes and businesses are without power, according to local utilities. The National Weather Service has issued multiple tornado warnings and flash flood alerts as the storms continue to move eastward. Meteorologists warn that the threat of additional tornadoes and large hail remains high through the weekend.
- Oklahoma: Tornado damage near Woodward, 12 injuries reported
- Kansas: Baseball-sized hail in Wichita, widespread power outages
- Texas: Flash flooding in Dallas-Fort Worth area
Residents are urged to seek shelter and stay tuned to local weather updates. The storm system is expected to weaken by Sunday, but the risk of severe weather persists.
