On Monday, severe weather struck Oklahoma, causing tornado warnings and widespread damage. The first waves of severe weather moved quickly across the state, resulting in reports of damage in Osage County. Satellite imagery from the Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere (CIRA) revealed the stormy conditions across the region. The National Weather Service issued a “moderate” risk of severe weather for the Tulsa metro area. Tornado warnings were also issued in Nowata, Osage, and Washington Counties.
Tornadoes Touch Down in Northeastern Oklahoma
At least two tornadoes touched down in northeastern Oklahoma on Monday night, causing damage in parts of Osage County. The National Weather Service confirmed the tornadoes and continues to assess the extent of the damage. With the arrival of spring, it is the peak season for severe weather, prompting meteorologists to closely track and monitor the weather conditions in the region. In Richland County, Ohio, a local school canceled classes due to the risk of severe weather. The National Weather Service placed major cities and counties in Oklahoma on a tornado watch list.
- Severe weather strikes Oklahoma, causing damage
- Tornado warnings issued in multiple counties
- Two tornadoes touch down in northeastern Oklahoma
- Spring is the peak season for severe weather
- Local school cancels classes due to the risk
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“Incredibly” stormy conditions observed through satellite imagery – Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere (CIRA)
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