Severe storms in Houston and surrounding areas Thursday night caused deadly damage and strong winds similar in speed to a hurricane, blowing out the windows of several high-rise buildings, causing flooding and driving rainFriday power outages could last weeks after over 800,000 businesses and homes in Houston were left without power after a severe, hurricane-like thunderstorm struck the area Thursday.
Two of the four people who died were killed by fallen trees, while a third died when a crane fell over,The damage caused the Houston Independent School District—the state’s third-largest district—and over 10 surrounding school districts and colleges toHouston Chronicle via Getty ImagesOur community is about connecting people through open and thoughtful conversations. We want our readers to share their views and exchange ideas and facts in a safe space.