A severe weather system sweeping across the southern United States has resulted in fatalities and extensive damage. Two people have been confirmed dead and six others injured as tornadoes struck Texas and Mississippi. The system is expected to move east, continuing to produce damaging winds, hail, and potential tornadoes, according to meteorologist Frank Pereira from the National Weather Service.
In Texas, particularly south of Houston in Liverpool, a person was killed, while four others suffered non-critical injuries. Over ten homes were reported damaged within Brazoria County, and officials are assessing the extent of the destruction. Meanwhile, Mississippi faced two tornadoes near Bude and Brandon, which led to another fatality and multiple injuries.
The storm’s impact extended to Alabama, Georgia, and South Carolina, with severe thunderstorm warnings and high winds threatening more damage. Power outages affected tens of thousands of residents across these states, with Mississippi, Texas, Alabama, Georgia, and Louisiana suffering significant electricity disruptions.
As damage assessments continue, meteorologists warn that severe weather risks would persist into Sunday evening, albeit with diminishing intensity as the storm system moves offshore.
