Powerful storm rips North Texas city, causing significant damage, injuries
A powerful EF-3 tornado struck Mineral Wells, Texas, causing significant damage and injuries. The storm impacted local businesses and left around 2,200 customers without power. City officials have implemented a curfew in affected areas as first responders assess the situation.
- ▪The tornado had peak estimated winds of 145 mph and caused serious damage to buildings and infrastructure.
- ▪Several people were injured, with two requiring hospitalization, but no critical injuries or fatalities were reported.
- ▪A curfew has been established from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. in the impacted areas to ensure safety during recovery efforts.
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| Publication time | Wed, 29 Apr 2026 03:10:06 -0400 |
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Local News EF-3 tornado ripped through North Texas town, causing damage and injuries, officials say By S.E. Jenkins S.E. Jenkins Digital Content Producer, CBS Texas S.E. Jenkins is a digital content producer for CBS Texas and the South region. Read Full Bio S.E. Jenkins Updated on: April 29, 2026 / 4:09 PM EDT / CBS Texas Add CBS News on Google A powerful storm ripped through the North Texas city of Mineral Wells Tuesday evening and caused serious damage, authorities said. Mineral Wells is located about 45 miles west of Fort Worth.The storm appeared to have blown through an industrial park, shredding buildings, ripping apart roofs and scattering debris across the area.
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