Tornadoes strike Houston area, causing one death and multiple injuries

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Several tornadoes struck the Houston area on Saturday, resulting in one death and four injuries. The storms caused significant damage to homes and vehicles, with reports of multiple touchdown points in Brazoria County. Meteorologists noted at least six tornadoes touched down, with damage also attributed to straight-line winds. Damage assessments are ongoing, with around ten homes confirmed damaged so far. The storm system has since moved east into Louisiana, prompting tornado warnings. The severe weather caused significant delays at Houston's main airports, with departures delayed by over an hour.


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