Powerful tornado in Oklahoma destroys homes, roads closed due to severe weather
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In the city of Enid, a tornado damaged residential buildings and infrastructure. Rescuers are checking the affected areas; there are no reports of fatalities yet.
A powerful tornado swept through areas of Enid, Oklahoma, damaging homes and infrastructure. This was reported by AP, writes UNN.
Details
According to the National Weather Service, a confirmed tornado passed through areas near Enid, a city of about 50,000 people. The стихія tore off roofs of buildings, knocked down power poles, and caused significant destruction.
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Eyewitnesses posted videos showing a powerful vortex touching the ground and destroyed houses.
Rescue efforts
Rescue services promptly arrived in the affected areas, including a rural community near Vance Air Force Base. According to the Garfield County Sheriff's Office, no fatalities have been reported, but there are reports of minor injuries.
In some areas, law enforcement officers went door-to-door, checking on residents and searching for possible victims.
Government response
Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt called for support for the affected community.
Please join me in prayer for the Enid community, which was severely affected by today's tornado
Earlier, police reported cases where people could have been trapped in their homes, and the extent of the damage is estimated to be significant.
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