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Tornado Cleanup Continues as Thanksgiving Weather Shifts

11/25/2025

Summary

Story summary

Cleanup is ongoing in northwest Harris County, Texas, after a tornado.
A cold front will bring cooler Thanksgiving weather, with highs near 68°F and lows near 42°F.
Rain returns over the weekend, with a 60% chance by Monday, and Florida will cool to mid-70s by Thanksgiving.
Chicago will drop to the 30s with a chance of snow on Wednesday.
West Michigan will have rain turning to snow, creating travel impacts.

History

Historical Context

The Tri-State Tornado outbreak on March 18, 1925, remains the deadliest in U.S. history, claiming 695 lives across Missouri, Illinois, and Indiana. This catastrophic event led to the establishment of the National Weather Service, enhancing weather forecasting and emergency management. The ongoing tornado cleanup in Harris County, Texas, highlights the persistent challenges in disaster response and the importance of improved preparedness strategies.

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Story summary

Cleanup is ongoing in northwest Harris County, Texas, after a tornado.
A cold front will bring cooler Thanksgiving weather, with highs near 68°F and lows near 42°F.
Rain returns over the weekend, with a 60% chance by Monday, and Florida will cool to mid-70s by Thanksgiving.
Chicago will drop to the 30s with a chance of snow on Wednesday.
West Michigan will have rain turning to snow, creating travel impacts.

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