Five people killed as three tornadoes hit eastern Texas

Five people have been killed and dozens more injured after tornadoes swept through eastern Texas.

At least three tornadoes were confirmed by the National Weather Service east of Dallas - in Canton, Eustace and Caney City.

Local media reported that as many as five may have hit the region, but that has not yet been confirmed.

Canton Fire Department Captain Brian Horton told local media that five people had died, but added: "We still may have people unaccounted for."