Storms Cause Damage, Spawn Tornado Warnings in Central Texas

Severe thunderstorms and straight-line winds hit Fayette County, while tornado warnings were issued in Burnet and San Saba counties.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 3:51am

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Strong storms moved through Central Texas on Sunday, causing damage near Schulenburg in Fayette County and prompting tornado warnings in Burnet and San Saba counties. The National Weather Service said the damage in Fayette County was likely caused by straight-line winds, not a tornado. No injuries were reported, but a barn was blown over and trees and power lines were downed.

Why it matters

Severe weather events like this can cause significant property damage and disrupt power and transportation in affected areas. Understanding the nature of the storms, whether they produced tornadoes or straight-line winds, is important for assessing the risks and preparing communities for future severe weather.

The details

Storms moved through the region on Sunday, with tornado warnings issued in Burnet and San Saba counties. In Fayette County near Schulenburg, a metal building was blown over, a barn was destroyed, and trees and power lines were downed by what the National Weather Service said were straight-line winds, not a tornado. No injuries were reported.

  • Tornado warnings were issued in Burnet and San Saba counties on Sunday.
  • Storms and damage were reported in Fayette County, near Schulenburg, on Sunday.

The players

National Weather Service

The federal agency responsible for weather forecasting and issuing severe weather warnings.

Judson Ulrich

A resident who sent in a photo of a large tree branch that snapped and fell during the storms.

Kaylee Houston

A resident who sent in a photo of a trampoline blown into a tree by the storms.

Karey Ann Ann Kalich

A resident who sent in photos of a metal building blown over by the storms.

Danielle Buckley

A resident who sent in a photo of a tree struck by lightning during the storms.

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What’s next

The National Weather Service will continue to assess the damage and determine the exact nature of the storms that moved through the region on Sunday.

The takeaway

This severe weather event highlights the importance of being prepared for sudden and powerful storms, which can cause significant damage even without producing tornadoes. Residents in affected areas should remain vigilant and heed any future weather warnings.