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Reported Tornado Causes Significant Damage in Owasso, Oklahoma
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.
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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At least two killed, multiple trapped after explosion at Silver Lake Nursing Home in Bristol
BRISTOL, Pa. (Bucks County) โ Emergency crews are responding to a major incident at the Silver Lake Nursing Home following a reported gas explosion that caused a partial building collapse.
The incident occurred at approximately 905 Tower Road, where a second alarm and a Level 2 Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) response were requested as conditions escalated.
First-arriving units reported significant structural damage to the facility, prompting an immediate search-and-rescue operation for residents and staff.
Authorities on scene indicated that approximately 15 patients were initially accounted for outside the building, while multiple others remain unaccounted for.
Rescue teams have reported numerous individuals trapped beneath debris on the second floor, as well as additional victims trapped in the basement area.
At least two fatalities has been reported in the basement, according to early emergency communications.
As the situation developed, a third alarm was transmitted, bringing in substantial mutual aid resources, including out-of-county fire, rescue, and emergency medical units. A medical helicopter has been placed on standby in anticipation of critical patient transport.
Emergency personnel continue to conduct systematic searches of the damaged structure while assessing stability concerns and coordinating patient triage.
The extent of injuries and the total number of victims have not yet been confirmed.
Road closures are in effect in the surrounding area as emergency operations continue. Officials have advised the public to avoid the scene to allow responders unobstructed access.
This remains a rapidly evolving situation.
Authorities are expected to release additional information as more details are confirmed.