Wells Fargo Plaza devastated by deadly derecho in Downtown Houston

Dramatic footage captured the terrifying moment a Derecho event swept through downtown Houston, hurling debris through the air. 

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Skyfox's aerial view revealed shattered glass strewn across the aftermath of the severe weather that struck the area on Thursday evening. 

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Harris County authorities confirmed the tragic toll, with at least 7 fatalities reported during the harrowing event. 

Clean-up operations have began, focusing on the Wells Fargo Plaza and other affected regions.