Overview
- National Weather Service surveys on Tuesday identified separate tornadoes in Riata Ranch and Klein with estimated peak winds of about 110 mph and 116 mph, traveling 2.61 miles and 3.83 miles, respectively.
- More than 100 homes were damaged across neighborhoods including Memorial Northwest, Riata Ranch and areas of Klein, with reports of torn roofs, shattered windows and downed trees.
- Power outages peaked around 28,000 customers on Monday and were largely restored by Tuesday, according to CenterPoint Energy.
- Emergency facilities were struck, including a maintenance building at Harris County Emergency Services District No. 11 and the Klein Fire Department’s administration complex, though operations continued and no injuries were reported.
- First responders established a command post, conducted searches and began debris removal, while county agencies directed residents to report damage and seek assistance as recovery proceeds before the holiday.