2 killed as tornado hits Ruston, Louisiana; significant damage reported, as multiple tornadoes hit Louisiana and Texas.
Another tornado touched down in Converse, Louisiana, according to the NWS, which warned residents:"You are in a life-threatening situation. Flying debris may be deadly to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be destroyed. Considerable damage to homes, businesses, and vehicles is likely and complete destruction is possible.
Mayor Leroy Hughes said the city suffered widespread destruction, but he hadn't heard reports that anyone had been injured. A tree fell on his own house while he and his wife were in bed, trapping them in their bedroom. He said it happened so quickly that he"didn’t have time to be afraid."Four structures were also damaged in another tornado in Brazos County, Texas, according to the NWS.
Tweets from the Waco Fire Department said crews had to use boats to rescue people from their flooded trailers. In Waco, the fire department had to use boats to rescue people from their flooded trailers late Wednesday night. The severe weather is expected to move east through Louisiana and over the Florida panhandle Thursday, according to the NWS. Those areas could see winds gusting at 60 mph, 3-5 inches of rain and possible tornados.
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