Palo Pinto County added to Texas disaster declaration after tornado damage
May 02, 2026
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott added Palo Pinto County to the state’s recent disaster declaration after an EF-3 tornado hit the county last week, causing several injuries and extensive damage.
An EF-3 tornado can bring winds of up to 145 mph.
The Palo Pinto County Sheriff’s Office confirmed severa
l people were injured as a result of the storm. The sheriff’s office also reported extensive damage in the county.
Abbott said in a statement that more counties could be added to the disaster declaration.
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