In the wake of a destructive EF-3 tornado, the Jacksboro community will get some much needed help from volunteers.
A local group that responds to natural disasters all over the country is headed to Jacksboro to help with recovery efforts after Monday's tornado. FOX 4's Hanna Battah has more.There will be helping hands from volunteers as North Texas cleans up from Monday’s tornadoes.
"Instead of talking about his house, he said, ‘Come. We’re gonna open all the doors. Stay at First Baptist Church. From there you can have a headquarters, a base to serve our community.’ That’s what he’s focused on. He’s putting his needs on the back burner. He’s putting his community first. And it’s those kind of people who rise up in these situations who are the real heroes," said John Hall, a member of the Texas Baptist Men.
Winds up to 150 miles per hour ripped the front of homes right off, tore down brick walls and launched debris into the air.There is still a lot to clean up in Jacksboro after an EF-3 tornado destroyed at least 90 homes in Jack County. Officials are still working to assess the full damage, including businesses and other structures.
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