One person was killed and a curfew was imposed after a powerful tornado tore through a community near the southern tip of Texas before dawn Saturday, damaging dozens of residences and knocking down power lines, authorities said.
Julio Cortez/AP People salvage items from their homes after a tornado struck, Saturday, May 13, 2023, in the unincorporated community of Laguna Heights,
A heavy law enforcement presence remains at the base of the Gateway International Bridge on Friday, which leads to Matamoros, Mexico, which could be a point for migrants to try to cross in large numbers into South Texas since the lifting of Title 42.
Adding to the angst are strong storms predicted to bring flooding to the region this weekend, which could make crossing the Rio Grande deadly for migrants if they attempt it.