Tornadoes in Texas and Mississippi leave two dead and six injured as storms move east

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At least two people died and six were injured as tornadoes struck Texas and Mississippi. The storms caused significant damage to homes and vehicles, with multiple tornado touchdowns reported in the Houston area and surrounding counties. The National Weather Service indicated the severe storm system is moving east into Alabama and Georgia, prompting warnings for potential tornadoes. In Mississippi, one fatality occurred in Adams County, with additional injuries reported in Franklin County. Power outages affected around 81,000 customers in Mississippi, with numbers expected to rise. Emergency responders are assessing damage and ensuring safety, while severe thunderstorm warnings remain in effect for parts of Alabama.


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