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Debris pickup has begun in parts of Montgomery County. For some homeowners, it’s just the beginning of a fight with their insurance company to repair their home. MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Texas — Homeowners in Montgomery County are in the process of recovering after devastating tornadoes. Emergency management officials said debris pickup has begun. For some homeowners, it’s just the beginning of a fight with their insurance company to repair their home. A tarp is covering the…

The donation drive took place outside Pearland City Hall where a steady stream of boxes lined up along the sidewalk were quickly filled with school supplies. ALVIN, Texas — On Saturday, the city of Pearland wrapped up its two-day school supply drive, which benefitted teachers and students at Alvin ISD’s Walt Disney Elementary School. The school building was destroyed a week ago by an EF-2 tornado, and with classes set to start in less than…

Brian Johnson, who’s a pastor in Winnie, initially thought the bass would be biting since a storm was coming. He said he now regrets going out. CHAMBERS COUNTY, Texas — Video shows two men and a dog riding out a powerful tornado in a bass boat in Chambers County on Saturday.  Brian Johnson said on Saturday he knew the bass would be biting because a storm was on the way, so he and his companions…

A donation drive is being held for Walt Disney Elementary which suffered significant damage from an EF-2 tornado. ALVIN, Texas — Drone video via Alvin ISD provided a new perspective on the aftermath of Saturday’s EF-2 tornado as the school district works to collect supplies. “I’s a true celebration that it happened over break and we had no adults of children in that school,” said assistant principal Laura Chaffin. RELATED: District collecting donations after tornado…

Walt Disney Elementary School was ripped apart in an EF-2 tornado Saturday. ALVIN, Texas — A devasting EF-2 tornado ripped through Brazoria County Saturday, destroying Walt Disney Elementary School. The school district was holding a donation drive to collect specific supplies. Below is what you need to know to help those who need it following the storm.  Tuesday, Dec. 31, 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. 10 4 p.m.Wednesday, Jan. 1,  8 a.m. to…

HOUSTON — Lowe’s associates at the Kingwood store will hand out free tornado cleanup supplies Tuesday as part of a community response effort following recent tornadoes and severe weather. The event, called the Tote Brigade, will begin at 10 a.m. at the Lowe’s located at 22600 Eastex Freeway. Supplies will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. More than 200 heavy-duty, 27-gallon totes filled with essential cleanup items will be available. Each…

Matthew Weaver, a resident of Porter Heights, said he and his mother were separated in their home by the force of the wind as a door slammed her to the ground. MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Texas — A family who survived one of Saturday’s tornadoes is speaking out after the twister ripped the roof off their home. Matthew Weaver and his parents’ home was among the 300 structures damaged during the storm in Montgomery County. Montgomery County…

Matthew Weaver, a resident of Porter Heights, said he and his mother were separated in their home by the force of the wind as a door slammed her to the ground. MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Texas — A family who survived one of Saturday’s tornadoes is speaking out after the twister ripped the roof off their home. Matthew Weaver and his parents’ home was among the 300 structures damaged during the storm in Montgomery County. Montgomery County…

An EF-3 tornado hit Montgomery County, damaging homes and buildings from Porter Heights to Splendora. SPLENDORA, Texas — A Montgomery County couple said their home was heavily damaged by Saturday’s strong tornadoes. An EF-3 tornado hit Montgomery County, damaging homes and buildings from Porter Heights to Splendora. One couple said they came home from work to see their home severely damaged. Despite the loss, they are grateful no one was hurt. “It was horrible knowing that…

Corey’s Kitchen, a local restaurant in town, said it is donating part of the sales of its weekly special to help teachers at Walt Disney Elementary School. ALVIN, Texas — The community in Alvin is coming together after a devasting EF-2 tornado ripped through Brazoria County Saturday, destroying Walt Disney Elementary School. The damage to the school is extensive, with the roof caved in and several classrooms covered in debris. Alvin ISD said the school…

A family is grateful their home was spared while also feeling sorrow for those around them who lost everything. MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Texas — A family in Montgomery County is counting their blessings after narrowly avoiding devastation when a strong tornado moved through their community last weekend. Emergency officials said hundreds of buildings were damaged and some were destroyed. On Pickering Road in New Caney, a family is grateful their home was spared while also feeling…

A family is grateful their home was spared while also feeling sorrow for those around them who lost everything. MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Texas — A family in Montgomery County is counting their blessings after narrowly avoiding devastation when a strong tornado moved through their community last weekend. Emergency officials said hundreds of buildings were damaged and some were destroyed. On Pickering Road in New Caney, a family is grateful their home was spared while also feeling…

Students and teachers prepare to return to class in a temporary location. ALVIN, Texas — Walt Disney Elementary School students and teachers are supposed to return to class next Tuesday, but it won’t be at their actual school. Walt Disney Elementary School in Alvin ISD suffered major damage in Saturday’s tornado outbreak. The Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office said at least 40 structures were impacted by the tornado, including at least 30 homes. The other impacted…

Officer Mark Herman had been fighting for his life since being injured while cleaning up debris from Hurricane Beryl at his home on July 8. HOUSTON — A police officer who was injured while cleaning up after Hurricane Beryl died over the weekend, according to the Bellaire Police Department. Bellaire police posted on Monday morning about the death of Officer Mark Herman. They said he had been hospitalized since being injured while cleaning up debris…

Officer Mark Herman had been fighting for his life since being injured while cleaning up debris from Hurricane Beryl at his home on July 8. HOUSTON — A police officer who was injured while cleaning up after Hurricane Beryl died over the weekend, according to the Bellaire Police Department. Bellaire police posted on Monday morning about the death of Officer Mark Herman. They said he had been hospitalized since being injured while cleaning up debris…