Several dangerous tornadoes formed around midnight in Oklahoma, causing extensive damage across the region, including near Tinker Air Force Base, Harrah and other parts of the Oklahoma City metro area.
A threat of severe weather remains, including a tornado watch in effect until 9am for much of central and east Oklahoma. Bad weather is expected to return next Sunday.
Damage assessed after storms pass
In Stephens County, a sheriff's office dispatcher said there were reports of power lines down. Emergency crews were out in the region checking for any further damage.
A News9 storm reporter shared photos of the damage at Newcastle Elementary.
The Oklahoma City Fire Department responded to reports of tornado damage south of Tinker Air Force Base and in far eastern Oklahoma County along the Kickapoo Turnpike.
The severe weather threat continues Sunday through Monday
The National Weather Service said Sunday morning that the state will continue to be at risk of severe weather Sunday as thunderstorms develop in the afternoon and evening. Flooding will also be a threat.
The storms will leave the area on Monday.
Homes in Valley Brook were destroyed
Storm runner Jordan Hall posted photos from Valley Brook, a small community southeast of Oklahoma City.
Tornado active east of Oklahoma City
A tornado warning has been issued for Lincoln County east of Oklahoma City. This includes Wellston.
National Weather Service updates
Weather warnings: Tornado watch, tornado warnings issued
What to do if there is a tornado watch
Be prepared – tornadoes are possible in and around the watch area. Be prepared to act quickly.
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What to do if there is a tornado warning
Take action now. A warning means that someone has seen a tornado or has been identified by weather radar. Under a tornado warning, there is imminent danger to life and property. Everyone should move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a solid building and avoid windows.
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This article originally appeared in The Oklahoman: Oklahoma experiences tornado outbreak Nov. 3
