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Heavy Rains, Hail, Tornadoes in Texas, Oklahoma
- Oklahoma and texas bore the brunt of a severe weather system over the weekend, leaving two dead and thousands without power.
- In Moore, Oklahoma, a city of approximately 63,000 residents, numerous flood-related incidents were reported.
- According to police reports, one vehicle was swept under a bridge.
Severe Storms Leave Two Dead, Thousands Without Power Across South Central U.S.
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Oklahoma and texas bore the brunt of a severe weather system over the weekend, leaving two dead and thousands without power. The National Weather Service had issued alerts for severe flooding and thunderstorms across wide swaths of Oklahoma, as well as parts of Texas, Missouri, Arkansas, and southern Illinois.
Oklahoma Hit Hard by Flooding
In Moore, Oklahoma, a city of approximately 63,000 residents, numerous flood-related incidents were reported. On Saturday night, two cars became stranded in floodwaters.
According to police reports, one vehicle was swept under a bridge. While rescuers managed to save some occupants, the bodies of a woman and a 12-year-old boy were later recovered.
Texas Tornadoes Cause Damage, Outages
Texas also sustained damage as thunderstorms and tornadoes swept through Parker, Jack, Montague, and Hood counties on Saturday evening. The initial storm cell formed shortly after 5:30 p.m. and moved into Jack county, spawning a tornado.
Power outages were widespread. According to Oncor’s outage map, thousands of customers in Texas experienced power interruptions.
Power Outages Persist
As of Sunday, OGE’s outage map indicated that nearly 2,000 customers in Oklahoma remained without electricity.
Safety Warnings Issued
Authorities in Texas are urging residents to exercise caution around electrical cables, advising them to maintain a safe distance – including keeping pets away – and to immediately call 911 if needed. Thay also advise against attempting to remove fallen trees or debris. Residents are encouraged to maintain a home emergency kit with at least a three-day supply of food and water.
Alerts Remain in Effect
As of Sunday afternoon, tornado warnings remained in effect for portions of Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, and Texas.
National Weather Service Assessment
the National Weather Service is scheduled to survey the affected areas on Monday.
Severe Storms: Your Questions Answered
This article will provide answers to common questions about the severe storms that hit the South Central U.S.over the weekend, as reported in the following article.
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Severe Storms Leave Two Dead, Thousands Without Power Across South Central U.S.
Oklahoma and texas bore the brunt of a severe weather system over the weekend, leaving two dead and thousands without power. The National Weather Service had issued alerts for severe flooding and thunderstorms across wide swaths of Oklahoma, as well as parts of Texas, Missouri, Arkansas, and southern Illinois.
Oklahoma Hit Hard by Flooding
In Moore, Oklahoma, a city of approximately 63,000 residents, numerous flood-related incidents were reported. On Saturday night, two cars became stranded in floodwaters.
According to police reports, one vehicle was swept under a bridge. While rescuers managed to save some occupants,the bodies of a woman and a 12-year-old boy were later recovered.
Texas Tornadoes Cause Damage, Outages
Texas also sustained damage as thunderstorms and tornadoes swept through Parker, Jack, Montague, and Hood counties on Saturday evening. the initial storm cell formed shortly after 5:30 p.m. and moved into Jack county, spawning a tornado.
Power outages were widespread. According to Oncor’s outage map, thousands of customers in Texas experienced power interruptions.
Power Outages persist
as of Sunday, OGE’s outage map indicated that nearly 2,000 customers in Oklahoma remained without electricity.
Safety Warnings Issued
Authorities in Texas are urging residents to exercise caution around electrical cables,advising them to maintain a safe distance – including keeping pets away – and to immediately call 911 if needed.Thay also advise against attempting to remove fallen trees or debris. Residents are encouraged to maintain a home emergency kit with at least a three-day supply of food and water.
Alerts Remain in Effect
As of Sunday afternoon, tornado warnings remained in effect for portions of Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, and Texas.
National Weather Service Assessment
the National Weather Service is scheduled to survey the affected areas on Monday.