May 3rd 2024.
On a quiet Thursday evening, the peaceful drive along US 277 west of Hawley, Texas, was suddenly interrupted by a terrifying sight. A massive tornado was spinning its way through the area, leaving behind a path of destruction and causing injury to at least two people. The Lone Star State was under attack as multiple twisters descended upon it with force.
The National Weather Service office in San Angelo was quick to warn the public of the dangerous situation. "We've had multiple confirmed tornadoes this evening," they wrote at 6:40pm local time. "Please stay weather aware and make sure you have a way to receive warnings!" Despite the warning, many storm chasers and curious onlookers couldn't resist capturing footage of the storm.
One video, shared by Dylan Colin via Storyful, showed a massive brown tornado in the distance with a swirling funnel high above the ground. Debris was being flung in all directions as the dark clouds loomed overhead. Another clip zoomed in on a twister, revealing a man recording from his vehicle parked on the side of the road. As the group marveled at the sight, a thin gray-colored twister could be seen in the distance.
In another video, a man stepped out of his vehicle to take a selfie with the approaching tornado. The dramatic footage also captured a small lightning strike and another huge bolt, prompting the man to quickly retreat back into his vehicle. As they began to drive away, the tornado continued its destructive path.
According to reports, the tornadoes struck west of Anson shortly after 6:30pm and traveled south to Truby, Hodges, and Hawley. About 50 minutes later, the twister ravaged Country Road 494 and the area of Tye. Witnesses reported hail the size of baseballs raining down as the tornado dissipated. These terrifying events occurred less than a week after a tornado caused extensive damage in Omaha, Nebraska, and left 10,000 residents without power.
Unfortunately, this is not an isolated incident. Over the weekend, tornadoes in Oklahoma claimed the lives of at least four people, including a child. Tornado season in the US continues for several more months, with some areas more prone to these destructive storms than others. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has even created a tornado probability map, which shows that Oklahoma, Texas, and Kansas are among the most susceptible states. As we continue to witness the devastating power of these natural disasters, it's important to stay informed and prepared for the unpredictable nature of tornado season.
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