Tornado WARNING: Central Texas ravaged by huge funnel cloud - homes and businesses damaged
A TORNADO warning has been issued in Central Texas, according to the National Weather Service.
Texas issued flood warning as tornado hits US state
The areas of impact include George West, Lake Bryan, Wixon Valley, Mooring, Madisonville, Normangee and Midway.
Residents have been told to seek shelter at low points.
Wind and hail damage is expected to affect vehicles, roofs and trees.
Tornado HQ said: “For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.
“Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm and may lead to flash flooding.
“Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
“Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed.”
The warning is in place until 10.45pm UTC (5.45am BST).
There are reports of damage to homes and businesses in Bryan, according to KHOU TV.
The recent tornado comes just three days after four people were killed in east Texas from severe weather.
Thunderstorms are expected to linger in the state until next Tuesday.
The state will be at risk of lightning and flooding until then.
The severe weather has led to a number of cancelled flights at the San Antonio Airport.
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued flood warnings for much of Texas.
They said: “A Flash Flood Watch has been issued for much of North and Central Texas, including the Dallas/Fort Worth Metropolitan Area, Waco, and Killeen through this evening.
“Widespread rainfall totals of two to four inches can be expected across the watch area, with locally higher amounts in excess of five inches of rain.
“Flash flooding may occur in urban and poor drainage areas.”