Two tornadoes kill 2, damage homes in North Texas storms. Here’s what to know

Saturday night’s severe storms spawned two confirmed tornadoes in North Texas, killing two people and causing widespread damage in the Runaway Bay and Springtown areas. Officials issued a disaster declaration as communities began recovery efforts Sunday.

Here are key takeaways:

• Two deaths confirmed: One person was killed in Runaway Bay in Wise County, and a 69-year-old woman died when a tornado struck her mobile home near Springtown in Parker County.

• Two tornadoes confirmed: The National Weather Service confirmed an EF-2 tornado with 135 mph peak winds hit the Runaway Bay area, and an EF-1 tornado with winds up to 105 mph struck near Springtown.

• Significant damage and injuries: Six people were injured and more than 25 families were displaced in Runaway Bay, where aerial photos showed roofs and walls torn off homes. Area fire departments near Springtown responded to more than 70 calls for service.

• Widespread power outages: Oncor reported more than 20,000 customers without power late Saturday, with about 14,000 still without power at 10 a.m. Sunday. Tri-County Electric Cooperative reported about 8,000 customers without power Sunday morning.

• Recovery underway: Wise County Judge J.D. Clark issued a disaster declaration, and Springtown ISD canceled Monday classes. Churches in Springtown opened as cooling centers, and the American Red Cross was working to establish longer-term shelter. Residents with damage were asked to complete a state damage assessment survey at damage.tdem.texas.gov.

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