Severe Storms Cause Damage and Disruption in Northeast Oklahoma

OWASSO, Okla. – Severe storms, including a possible tornado, swept through northeast Oklahoma early Wednesday morning, leaving residents and emergency crews assessing widespread damage.

The storms struck around 6 a.m., affecting areas near Owasso, Broken Arrow, and Turley. City officials reported significant damage over an area of approximately 11 miles. As of now, no injuries have been reported, although damage assessments are ongoing.

Emergency teams from Owasso’s Public Works, Police, and Fire Departments are working together to address the storm’s aftermath. In particular, a potential tornado flipped semi-trailers at the Whirlpool plant in Owasso, causing property damage.

Residents in Tulsa experienced power outages, especially on the north side of the city, north of 36th Street, where downed tree limbs contributed to hazardous conditions. More than 500 customers lost power in Pawnee County and Osage County.

“We heard loud crashing, high winds howling, and then suddenly, it just went quiet,” resident Trenton White described. “That’s when I told my wife, ‘We might have actually just gotten hit.’”

The National Weather Service issued multiple warnings throughout the morning, beginning with a tornado warning for Rogers and Tulsa counties until 7:15 a.m. Meanwhile, a severe thunderstorm warning affected several counties, threatening damaging winds and large hail as storms moved eastward.

Following the storms, the City of Owasso announced several assistance programs for affected residents. Services offered include tree damage cleanup through Oklahoma Baptist Disaster Relief and major debris haul-off via Cattle Creek Removal and Junk Happens LLC. Additionally, pet boarding services are available through SAHO and Family Animal Medicine.

Officials are urging residents to remain cautious around downed power lines and other hazards while assessing the damage. City officials continue to coordinate cleanup and recovery efforts, ensuring that residents receive the help they need.

In the wake of these severe storms, residents are encouraged to report any hazardous conditions and follow local news for updates on storm recovery efforts.