Early Sunday, multiple tornadoes hit Oklahoma, including thunderstorm, resulting in destruction of several buildings, power lines, traffic signals across multiple counties. Followed by which now, severe thunderstorm warning has been served in several parts. The latest storm affected areas including Oklahoma City, Goldsby, and Newcastle, where the roof of Newcastle Elementary School was severely damaged. Six individuals were taken to local hospitals with major injuries but no critical cases have been registered so far.
Due to heavy rainfall, roads have got damaged leading to transportation issues, due to which the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) decided to close all lanes of northbound I-35 at N.E. 50th Street. ODOT advised drivers to use alternate routes and exercise extreme caution. Let us tell you that tornado Warnings were issued overnight for several counties, including Cleveland, Pottawatomie, McClain, and Grady, as powerful winds and intense rainfall brought flash flooding to the area.
To bring the situation under control, emergency crews have been responding to downed trees, flooded vehicles, and damaged gas lines. Assessment teams have been deployed to actively survey the damage, with initial reports indicating the storms’ impact on utility infrastructure and residential areas. Firefighters were called to multiple locations to address flood-related incidents, especially involving stranded vehicles.
As residents begin recovery, Oklahoma is bracing for more severe weather expected later Sunday and into Monday, and people are trying to be safe from additional flooding and storm damage. Local authorities urge residents to stay informed, prioritize safety, and take all necessary precautions. For the latest weather updates, residents can see local news broadcasts and updates from the National Weather Service.