At Least Two Suspected Tornadoes In Lamar County

Photo by Lonnie Norton

During the numerous tornado warnings issued Wednesday evening, there are unconfirmed reports that there were at least two touchdowns in Lamar County. Witnesses reported one at about 6:40 between Direct and Lamar Point. Another tornado reportedly touched down outside of Powderly. The Jemasco plant, on FM 906, allegedly took a direct hit, but the structure is still standing. There were no reports of any significant injuries. They reported damage near Sumner, and there were numerous trees and power lines downed.