Early Sunday morning, a tornado and severe thunderstorm swept through the Oklahoma City area, causing damage as reported by weather forecasters and local media. Fortunately, there have been no immediate reports of injuries resulting from the natural disaster.
According to a data, more than 53,000 customers in the state were left without power due to the storm. The aftermath of the severe weather event in one neighborhood included scattered tree parts and a flipped car, as documented by local news station.
The National Weather Service issued a tornado watch for the area on Sunday morning. A social media update from the agency's office in Norman, Oklahoma, just before 1:30 a.m., alerted residents to a severe thunderstorm accompanied by a tornado moving through eastern Oklahoma City towards Midwest City and Tinker Air Force Base.
The warning emphasized the urgency of the situation, advising individuals in the storm's path to seek immediate shelter. The community is urged to stay vigilant and follow safety protocols during this challenging time.