Relentless Tornadoes, Hurricane-Force Winds Slam Oklahoma: What Oklahoma City Residents Need to Know Now
Tornadoes touch down across Oklahoma, knocking out power, sparking urgent warnings, and threatening the OKC metro with severe weather chaos.
- 3+ tornadoes confirmed in central Oklahoma early Friday
- 74 mph wind gusts recorded near Guthrie
- 6,300+ OG&E customers lost power—over half in Oklahoma City
- 17 counties under severe weather warnings overnight
Oklahoma was rocked awake early Friday as a fierce outbreak of tornadoes, hurricane-force winds, and pounding rainfall battered the state. Multiple tornadoes danced across the heart of Oklahoma, tearing through power lines, uprooting trees, and sending residents scrambling for shelter. Hardest hit: the Oklahoma City metro area, where sirens blared and live-streamed radar lit up with rapidly rotating storms.
Forecasters at the National Weather Service issued a flurry of tornado warnings across Cleveland, Garvin, McClain, and Pottawatomie counties as storms barreled through before sunrise. Veteran storm chasers spotted a tornado touching down near Slaughterville, just south of Highway 77, while another funnel struck Lexington minutes later.
Q: How many tornadoes swept through Oklahoma overnight?
At least three tornadoes were reported by professional chasers between 5 and 6 a.m. on Friday, with multiple touchdowns in Lexington and south of Slaughterville. Powerful supercells sparked rapid rotation and lowerings witnessed in Guthrie and Yukon, with damaging winds topping 74 mph.
Q: Where has power been knocked out?
The severe storms left more than 6,300 OG&E customers in the dark—over 3,300 in Oklahoma City alone. Outages stretched from the capital to the suburbs and rural areas, underscoring Oklahoma’s continued vulnerability during peak tornado season. For real-time outage updates, visit OG&E.
How do I stay safe with more storms possible?
Meteorologists warn that volatile atmospheric conditions could trigger additional tornadoes or severe thunderstorm warnings throughout Friday morning. Keep devices charged, monitor weather alerts on KOCO or the National Weather Service, and have a storm shelter plan ready.
What areas are most at risk next?
Storms are tracking east and southeast, threatening areas including Guthrie, Norman, Stillwater, and the I-35 corridor. Quarter-sized hail and up to 70 mph winds are possible in the next wave of storms—secure outdoor objects and avoid travel where possible.
How to Prepare for Tornadoes and Power Outages in Oklahoma
- Charge phones, batteries, and keep flashlights handy
- Stay tuned to local news or weather radio for urgent warnings
- Secure pets and outdoor belongings
- Know your nearest safe room or storm shelter and have it accessible
- Stock up on water, non-perishable food, and necessary medications
- Avoid unnecessary travel until storms pass and damage is assessed
Severe weather in Oklahoma is no stranger, but 2025 is proving particularly volatile as climate extremes fuel more frequent and intense tornado outbreaks. Stay proactive, stay alert, and don’t count on luck—prepare for anything.
Don’t wait—protect your family and property. Sign up for official alerts, review your emergency plan, and share these steps with neighbors today.
- Monitor trusted sources: National Weather Service and KOCO
- Update your emergency kit regularly
- Identify and practice getting to your storm shelter
- Check on elderly neighbors and those most vulnerable
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