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Tornado barrels through Oklahoma, damaging homes and shutting down roads
Officials said at least 40 homes were damaged and crews rescued trapped residents as power and water restoration continued at the base.
- On Thursday, a massive tornado struck Enid, Oklahoma, leveling homes and damaging Vance Air Force Base near the city of about 50,000 people. Emergency crews launched search and rescue operations after at least 10 people sustained injuries.
- The destructive long-track tornado remained on the ground for nearly 40 minutes, devastating the Gray Ridge neighborhood on Enid's south side. First responders conducted door-to-door searches in this hard-hit area to locate residents trapped in debris.
- While the base sustained minor damage to fencing and signage, officials confirmed no fatalities and only minor injuries hours after the tornado passed. The facility remains closed until further notice due to ongoing power and water restoration efforts.
- Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt coordinated with local leaders to assess damage and identify recovery needs. Displaced residents can seek shelter and assistance at the Chisholm Trail Expo Center at 111 West Perdue Ave in Enid.
- The National Weather Service warns that strong to severe thunderstorms, including large hail and damaging winds, are expected to develop Saturday across the Enid area. Residents should remain weather-aware as recovery efforts continue throughout northern Oklahoma.
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