A tornado was confirmed on the ground in northeast Burnet County, as severe weather swept through Central Texas, US.

The National Weather Service reported that the tornado touched down just south of Kempner and north of Briggs.

The storm, which began as a hail-producing system with hailstones up to 1.75 inches in diameter, caused significant damage in the affected areas.

Residents were urged to seek shelter as a second tornado warning was issued shortly after, affecting the towns of Briggs and Watson.

The National Weather Service has confirmed the occurrence of a tornado in northeast Burnet County during the severe weather event .​