The photo below shows some of the damage to the university including broken windows and damaged gates. As of press time, we have been unable to contact university officials to ensure all Parker administrators, employees and students are safe and sound, or to verify the extent of the damage to the campus.
According to an article in The Washington Post, the tornado was part of a series of severe storms that hit the Dallas area, featuring 70 mph winds, heavy rain, lightning and hail. The tornado elevated debris an estimated 3 miles in the air, according to the article. While there are no reported fatalities at this time, several people have been hospitalized with non-critical injuries.
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