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Reported Tornado Causes Significant Damage in Owasso, Oklahoma

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Severe weather conditions swept through parts of northeastern Oklahoma on Wednesday morning, with meteorologists closely monitoring what may have been a tornado that touched down along Highway 20 between Owasso and Claremore, specifically in the Keetonville Hill area.

Chief Meteorologists Travis Meyer and Alan Crone reported that at approximately 6:45 a.m., radar data indicated a possible tornado along Highway 20, where a significant amount of debris appeared to have been lifted into the air.

While this radar signature strongly suggests tornadic activity, confirmation will depend on an official ground survey of the area.

The storm system continued along Highway 20, moving through the Keetonville Hill region before weakening north of Claremore around 7 a.m.

The National Weather Service allowed the tornado warning for Rogers County to expire at 7:05 a.m.

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Authorities have received multiple reports of damage in Owasso, where a potential tornado caused destruction to homes, trees, and fences.

Significant damage was reported in the Fairways neighborhood near 96th Street North and Garnett.

Chief Meteorologist James Aydelott stated that storm circulation passed over key landmarks, including the Whirlpool plant and Bailey Elementary School, both located on 76th Street North.

However, Owasso Public Schools confirmed there was no apparent damage to Bailey Elementary.

The following areas have reported damage:

  • 86th Street North and Mingo
  • 96th Street North and Garnett
  • 106th Street North and 145th East Avenue

Authorities and weather officials continue to assess the damage, and further evaluations will determine the strength and classification of the possible tornado.

Residents are urged to stay informed as additional updates become available.

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63-year-old Roger Naramore killed in Walker County crash

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63-year-old Roger Naramore killed in Walker County crash Alabama 5 Chevrolet Trailblazer driven Kayla House
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WALKER COUNTY, Ala. — Alabama State Troopers are investigating a fatal motorcycle crash that claimed the life of a 63-year-old man Thursday evening in Walker County.

Authorities identified the victim as Roger D. Naramore, a resident of Nauvoo, Alabama.

The collision occurred shortly before 7:30 p.m. on Alabama Highway 5, approximately five miles north of Jasper.

According to Senior Trooper Gregory Corble, Naramore was operating a Suzuki VZ800 motorcycle when he collided with a Chevrolet Trailblazer driven by 32-year-old Kayla House.

Emergency personnel responded to the scene, but Naramore was pronounced dead at the scene as a result of his injuries.

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The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Highway Patrol Division continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.


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