More than 100 people were injured in the tornado that hit the Panhandle town. Gov. Greg Abbott sent emergency crews to assist with recovery efforts.
Three people were killed and scores were injured in a tornado that hit Perryton, a town of about 8,100 people in the Panhandle., The Texas Tribune’s daily newsletter that keeps readers up to speed on the most essential Texas news.
Friday morning as officials sifted through debris left by the tornado that caught the community by surprise.The extent of damage was not immediately clear as officials from various agencies said they were beginning to survey the area, buton social media by local reporters showed cars with shattered windows, leveled buildings and downed trees. A lot of businesses and trailers were destroyed, Bouchard said.
“Transmission lines supplying the city with electricity have sustained damage and many lower voltage distribution lines are down in the city,” utility officials said. “Xcel Energy personnel are working to ensure the safety of Perryton residents and first responders. An estimated time of restoration is not yet available.”on Thursday night directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management to send road workers, saw crews and an emergency medical task force, among other resources.
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