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Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 1:00 PM

RVs, housing sought for families displaced by EF-1 tornado

Operation Texas Strong leads efforts to help those in need
RVs, housing sought for families displaced by EF-1 tornado
The Wilson family stands in front of their demolished single-wide home that was destroyed by the severe storms and EF-1 tornado that hit Springtown April 25.

Author: Jose 'JJ' Balderas

As Springtown residents continue to recover from the severe storms and an EF-1 tornado that tore through the area April 25, Operation Texas Strong founder Bobby Crutsinger said the organization is seeking additional volunteers, equipment operators and donated RVs or fifth-wheel trailers to help displaced residents who remain without stable housing.

“We need more people to donate RVs that are ready to go,” Crutsinger said. “We have like seven different families right now that need help. They are staying with their relatives and it’s like nine people in the house instead of two.”

Crutsinger, a tow truck driver by trade, has operated the nonprofit organization for more than 12 years and has helped a variety of individuals throughout Parker and Wise counties. Along his journey, Crutsinger has witnessed the miracle of the community giving back to someone in need.

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