McAllen-area historical tornado activity is significantly below Texas state average. It is 78% smaller than the overall U.S. average. On 4/19/1965, a category F3 (max. wind speeds 158-206 mph) tornado 34.0 miles away from the McAllen city center .
Excess iron has definitely been shown to cause gout, though it is not well known in the medical profession. It may cause other inflammatory problems, but the key word is EXCESS. Excess of anything is rarely good. Some calories = good, excess calories = obesity. Some uric acid = good, excess uric acid = gout.
Gout is caused by elevated blood uric acid levels. Uric acid can build up due to increased intake or production of uric acid or due to the decreased removal of uric acid by the kidneys. Sometimes excessive intake of substances containing uric acid can lead to gout. Many people think of gout being caused by excess intake of beer, alcohol, meat, and shellfish.