One year has passed since 17 tornadoes touched down in the Dallas-Fort Worth area on a single day—April 3, 2012. We were reminded one year later on April 3, 2013, just how many people are still recovering from their Texas property damages and losses.
Reports indicated that over 30 people were injured, thousands of homes and businesses were destroyed, and many structures were damaged from three EF2, one EF3, and 13 EF0 tornadoes that touched down throughout the area.
- In Lancaster and Dallas, the EF2 tornado damaged an estimated 2,000 buildings and 300 homes. About half of the homes that were damaged were actually destroyed.
- In Kennedale and Arlington, the EF2 tornado damaged more than 500 homes and destroyed 32 structures. Even churches, nursing homes, and businesses were damaged as the tornado tore through the area.
- In Rockwall County, the third EF2 touched down and traveled into Hunt County, damaging many homes and completely destroying three homes.
- In Kaufman County, the EF3 tornado touched down and was on the ground for over eight miles tearing a roof off a school, destroying two homes and damaging many more.
Impact From Tornadoes Still Visible in North Texas One Year Later
Many homeowners spent months in hotels while their homes were being rebuilt, many business were forced to shut down, and many people are still recovering. Neighborhoods are spotted with empty concrete slabs where houses used to be. It has been a long road for many people who have dealt with their insurer, mortgage company, and city.
Unfortunately, some people did not receive fair offers from their insurance company, which has led them to litigation. If you received too low of an offer, or if the insurance company undervalued your property damages, you need to contact an insurance claim attorney in Texas to help you secure the settlement you deserve.
As tornado season in Texas is here, it may just be a matter of time before another tornado causes property damages. If you need help with your first-party insurance claim, call an experienced Texas insurance-litigation attorney at the Voss Law Firm at 888-614-7730 for a complimentary case consultation, and also request a free copy of our book Disputes with Your Insurance Company: What All Consumers Need to Know.
