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Excessive Rainfall and Tropical Storm in the South; Severe Thunderstorms in the Midwest

Excessive rainfall may produce considerable, potentially life-threatening, flooding across the lower Mississippi River Valley and central Great Lakes region through tonight. Tropical Storm Arthur will move northeastward along the Texas coast today and then move inland over southwestern Louisiana by tonight. An outbreak of severe thunderstorms is expected across portions of Illinois and Indiana. Read More >

Follett, TX Storm Survey

 

Follett, TX Storm Survey

 

 

Follett, TX
Rating (EF Scale) EF-0
Estimated Maximum Wind 80 mph
Injuries/Fatalities None
Damage Path Length 300 yards
Maximum Path Width 50 yards
The tornado briefly touched down near the intersection of County Road 19 and County Road D northwest of Follett around 7:50 p.m. CDT. The tornado was on the ground for about 300 yards with a maximum width of 50 yards. The maximum wind speeds were around 80 mph. No injuries or fatalities were reported. This is a preliminary report and is subject to revision based on new or additional information.

 

 

Tornado damage in Follett, TX