Texas isn’t in the heart of Tornado Alley, but that doesn’t mean we’re immune. According to Accuweather, this spring is forecast to be the most active in quite some time. That prediction is already coming true, with several fatal twisters having already touched down. Get the details:
Back in February, Accuweather released predictions for the 2019 tornado season based on last year’s activity.
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The forecast suggests over 1000 twisters are to be expected this spring, which is up from 987 in 2018. Since Tornado Alley has shifted over time, parts of Eastern Texas that don’t typically get hit should brace themselves.
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Several devastating tornadoes have already struck this season. Pictured is the outbreak of April 13-15, a widespread storm that resulted in significant damage from Texas all the way up to Delaware.
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Another line came through last Wednesday into Thursday, causing heavy rainfall and large hail near Dallas and tornadoes in both Bryan and the San Augustine area. A woman and her two children were killed about 75 miles southwest of Fort Worth when their car was swept away by floodwaters.
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The small town of Alto received more damage than anywhere else in America, sustaining damage from two tornadoes in a single day. Two fatalities and at least 20 injuries were reported. Thousands of downed trees and significant structural damage also occurred.
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So get ready, y’all! Spring isn’t over yet, and it could have more in store for us than we bargained for.
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Watch one of the April 13 tornadoes in action:
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What are your thoughts on this year’s tornado season? Has your area experienced any activity yet? For more adverse weather, check out 10 Cameras Captured Texas Weather So Terrifying You Have To See It To Believe It.
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