dailyloe.com – Johnson County is facing significant damage following three tornadoes, including two confirmed EF-0 twisters in Rio Vista and Cleburne. A third tornado in Cresson is still under evaluation. Fortunately, officials report no injuries or fatalities from the storms.
Among those affected is Ricardo Camas, who had just received the keys to his new home a week and a half prior. After the storm, he discovered severe damage, with the roof torn off and the interior exposed.
Camas stated, “You could see the sky from right in the living room.” Circular patterns in the grass indicate where the tornado may have touched down. Camas and his mother witnessed the destruction upon arriving at the property.
Camas described the devastation as “a little bit” overwhelming but remained resilient, stating, “It’s kind of rough to put into words, but I don’t get too down on it, right, something that’s not in my control.”
Other residents in Johnson County also recounted the storm’s rapid impact. Amy Hamilton took cover in her bathroom as the tornado passed. She described the sound as a swirling noise, noting, “I think I heard it come down and then go back up. It was really quick.”
Hamilton reported that the storm was powerful enough to move boats on her property, stating, “It moved my son’s boat. It moved my husband’s boat.” Cleanup efforts are now underway, with residents assessing damage from strong winds and hail.
Community members are coming together to help each other, with support from organizations like the Red Cross. Camas mentioned that the storm disrupted his plans to finish work on his new home, saying, “We had painters scheduled this week, we had everything on the books. And we had to cancel everything this morning. It’s been a wild ride.”
As families begin the cleanup process, the community remains hopeful and resilient despite the recent challenges.
