Severe storms battered Texas this week, unleashing baseball-sized hail 💨⚾ and leaving over a million homes and businesses in the dark. At least one person was killed, while residents face a brutal heat wave amidst ongoing power outages—a perfect storm of challenges ahead of summer.
Elections, Heat, and Recovery Collide
Dozens of polling stations lost power during Texas' runoff elections Tuesday, forcing extended voting hours in Dallas County. Meanwhile, crews scramble to restore electricity as temperatures soar—talk about bad timing! 🔌🌡️
U.S. Recovers From Holiday Weekend Chaos
The storms cap a deadly Memorial Day weekend nationwide, where tornadoes and extreme weather claimed at least 24 lives across multiple states. From flattened towns to flipped cars 🚗💨, communities are now focused on cleanup and rebuilding.
As climate patterns intensify, experts urge travelers and residents alike to stay weather-aware. 📱🌩️ Follow @NewspaperAmigo for real-time updates!
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Storms leave widespread outages in Texas, cleanup proceeds across U.S.
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