Longview University Center Reopens

EAST TEXAS — UT Tyler’s Longview University Center will reopen Wednesday after being closed Tuesday due to a power outage. Officials say power has been restored and classes will be held Wednesday as scheduled. The National Weather Service survey team in Longview has determined two tornadoes, including an EF-1, hit the city and surrounding areas on Sunday — just part of the widespread storm activity that struck the area late in the day. KETK reports that with an EF-1 tornado, damage is considered moderate — including significant roof damage, windows broken, exterior doors damaged or lost, and mobile homes overturned or badly damaged.

According to KETK and the Longview News-Journal, tens of thousands of residents lost power as the storm activity took down trees and power lines. Gregg County appeared to be the hardest hit, with Harrison, Panola, and Rusk Counties among other areas heavily affected. There were no reports of serious injuries, though street flooding and traffic problems were many.