Jewett Tornado Causes Widespread Damage and Sparks Community Resilience

Jewett Tornado Causes Widespread Damage and Sparks Community Resilience

JEWETT, Texas (FOX 44) — A powerful tornado ripped through Leon County on Tuesday, leaving behind a trail of destruction in the small town of Jewett, Texas. Courtesy of Kristen Crook Photography The storm uprooted trees, destroyed buildings, and left parts of the area nearly unrecognizable. But amid the devastation, residents and officials say the community is already coming together to begin recovery efforts. “There wasn’t any waiting time — i…