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Violent wedge tornado hits Canton, Texas, at least 5 dead and over 50 injured
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At least 54 people were injured and 5 killed after a violent wedge tornado touched down near Canton, Texas on Saturday, April 29, 2017. NWS confirmed two more tornadoes in the region, one in Eustace and the other in Caney City. Damage surveys are in progress and it is possible to find additional damage or tornadoes. Officials say the number of casualties may go up as search and rescue efforts continue.
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