Tornadoes Touch Down in Oklahoma, Causing Widespread Damage
At Least Two Dead, Several Injured, and Dozens of Homes Damaged
Emergency management officials have reported severe weather across Oklahoma following multiple tornado touchdowns Saturday night.
Emergency management officials in Oklahoma have reported at least two deaths, several injuries, and dozens of damaged homes and trees following multiple tornado touchdowns on Saturday night. According to CBS News, the tornadoes touched down in several counties across the state, leaving a path of destruction.
A severe weather outlook has been issued for the region, including threats of tornadoes, wind, and hail. An interactive map from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) shows the path of the tornadoes, which touched down between 9:01 PM and 9:30 PM EDT. The data can be accessed using the drop-down menus or the map provided.
The tables on the NOAA website contain the following information:
- Date and time of the tornado
- Location of the tornado
- Path length and width of the tornado
- Maximum wind speed of the tornado
- Damage caused by the tornado
Residents in the affected areas are urged to stay informed about the latest weather conditions and to take necessary precautions. Emergency management officials are advising residents to seek shelter indoors and to avoid downed power lines or damaged structures.
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