Fisherman Survives EF-3 Tornado in Texas

Pastor Brian Johnson and a friend survived a harrowing encounter with an EF-3 tornado while fishing at Stanolind Reservoir in Winnie, Texas. They initially dismissed warnings about the approaching storm, believing they could safely fish, but the tornado struck unexpectedly, flipping their boat and tossing them into the water. Johnson credits God for their miraculous escape, stating, 'I shouldn't be here telling you this story,' and expressing a desire to inspire hope in others facing life's storms. Despite the terrifying ordeal, both men and their dog emerged uninjured, with Johnson's friend luckily hiding under the boat during the chaos. The National Weather Service confirmed the tornado's strength, which caused damage in the area, including downed utility poles.