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Tornado Carves 'Significant' Path Through Harris County; 100+ Homes Damaged

More than 100 homes in Harris County, Texas, were damaged after a tornado moved through parts of the county Monday afternoon. First responders are searching neighborhoods for anyone who may be injured or trapped, and the National Weather Service has confirmed a tornado but has not yet rated it. Drone footage and photos show roofs ripped off, shattered windows and debris scattered across yards. Officials urged residents to avoid travel because of downed power lines and warned that additional severe storms are possible Monday night.

05:54 AM, 11/25/2025Society
Tornado Carves 'Significant' Path Through Harris County; 100+ Homes Damaged

More than 100 homes were damaged Monday afternoon after a tornado moved through parts of Harris County, Texas, officials said. First responders are actively searching neighborhoods for residents who may be injured or trapped amid the wreckage.

Damage and response

Constable Mark Herman confirmed the damage in a Facebook post and described the event as a "severe weather event" that produced "widespread and significant damage." The National Weather Service confirmed a tornado struck the county but has not yet assigned an intensity rating.

Drone footage and photographs from the scene show roofs ripped from homes, shattered windows, broken fences, and debris scattered across yards and pools. The Cy-Fair Fire Department posted images showing extensive structural damage in several neighborhoods.

Weather context

Forecasters said severe storms developed Monday afternoon as warm air ahead of an approaching cold front created unstable conditions. Wind shear interacting with that instability produced supercell thunderstorms and reports of several tornadoes in the region. Conditions are expected to remain favorable for additional severe thunderstorms Monday night as the front moves through the Houston area.

Public safety

Harris County officials urged residents to avoid travel where possible due to widespread debris and downed power lines. "Our priority is the safety of our residents," Herman wrote. "We are using every resource available to locate the injured, secure the area, and support our community through this emergency." Local agencies are coordinating response and recovery efforts, and crews are working to assess damage and restore safety.

If you are in the affected area:
  • Avoid downed power lines and report them to local authorities.
  • Check on neighbors, especially older adults and people with disabilities.
  • Follow official channels for shelter and recovery information.

This is a developing situation; officials say they will provide updates as more details become available.

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