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Texas tornado kills at least one person as wildfires still rage in parts of Georgia

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At least one person was killed after a very powerful tornado struck northern Texas on Saturday night, as extreme weather continued to devastate homes and put millions across the south and midwestern US at risk, with wildfires also raging on in parts of Georgia . Officials from Wise county in Texas said the storm reached the area at around 10pm and caused significant damage across multiple neighborhoods. In addition to the confirmed death, six people were treated or transported by emergency responders to be treated for storm-related injuries. “This morning, we can confirm one fatality, and our collective prayers go to that family during this incredibly difficult time,” Wise county judge JD Clark said in a Sunday morning press briefing . At least 20 families have been displaced, and many homes sustained major damage, according to initial reports. The National Weather Service has reported that severe weather is likely to continue over the coming days, and that flash flooding is possible.…

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