One dead, 8 possible tornadoes

Just a week after dozens of tornadoes ripped through Oklahoma, the region faced another bout of storms Monday, including at least eight possible tornadoes, large hail and strong winds.

Several possible tornadoes were spotted in northwestern Oklahoma, causing damage, including in areas near Okeene, Hennessey and Covington.

The northeastern Oklahoma communities of Barnsdall and Bartlesville experienced a devastating tornado that caused injuries. It was the second time a tornado hit Barnsdall in about a month.

After midnight, the line of storms finally moved over Oklahoma City. Straight winds caused damage in Moore, and a possible tornado struck south of OKC on a path toward Choctaw. Information about damage or injuries from this storm was not immediately available.

Mayor of Barnsdall, Oklahoma: “We need prayers”

During a press conference Tuesday, Barnsdall Mayor Johnny Kelley said one or two people were still missing after Monday night’s tornado.

During the initial search, around 25 people were rescued, including children. The Oklahoma Highway Patrol will conduct a second search of the area by Tuesday morning.

Only one death has been reported so far, and seven or eight people have been injured, including a firefighter with chest pains, Kelley said.

“We are concerned for our neighbors and friends who have lost loved ones,” Kelley said. “For me, material things are material. We can replace them. The loss of life is forever.”

When asked what the community needs during this time, Kelley replied, “We need prayers.”

-Alexia Aston

Bartlesville, Barnsdall Public Schools cancel classes Tuesday

Bartlesville Public Schools and Barnsdall Public Schools announced on Facebook that classes were canceled Tuesday due to power outages and road closures.

-Alexia Aston

Oklahoma Emergency Management is providing assistance and requesting damage reports

Oklahoma’s state emergency operations center remains activated after Monday’s storms increased the toll this month, according to a situation update emailed from the Oklahoma Emergency Management Agency.

An American Red Cross emergency shelter at the Gilbert Field House, 948 Cedar Ave. in Barnsdall is ready to open to Barnsdall residents displaced by the storms.

The Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management is asking residents affected by the storms to report damage to their homes, businesses or farms in the online survey Damage.ok.gov.

By reporting damage, local and state emergency managers can better coordinate response and recovery efforts.

Oklahoma residents needing information about non-emergency disasters or health and human services can call 2-1-1. The services are available 24 hours a day. Please only call 911 in emergencies.

-Cheyenne Derksen

Weather in Tulsa, Oklahoma City today

There may be some fog in Oklahoma early in the day, but today’s weather is expected to be humid and sunny, providing pleasant weather for the rest of the week.

-Cheyenne Derksen

OGE and PSO report power outages in affected areas

Accordingly Nearly 30,000 residents lost power during Monday night’s storms, according to outage trackers. As of 7 a.m. on Tuesday morning, around 16,000 people were still without power.

-Cheyenne Derksen

Report: One dead after tornado in Barnsdall

Tulsa television station KOTV reported One person died after a tornado struck Barnsdall late Monday. KOTV said Osage County Sheriff Eddie Virden confirmed the death.

Washington County Emergency Manager Kary Cox said early Tuesday that Bartlesville took a direct hit from a tornado late Monday.

Cox urged area residents to stay off the streets so first responders can get to those affected by the storms.

Barnsdall has a population of just over 1,000 and is located about 140 miles northeast of Oklahoma City. Bartlesville is located 20 miles northeast of Barnsdall.

-Ryan Sharp

National Weather Service updates

Damage from tornadoes last night?

According to the Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management:

Blaine County Emergency Management reports damage to an abandoned hog farm and tank battery, as well as a home struck by lightning. Okeene Emergency Management reports flooded roads, tree damage and downed power lines.
Craig County Emergency Management reports damage to 4-5 homes in Welch and the old Welch School gymnasium.
Garfield County Emergency Management reports downed trees and water over the road south of Waukomis, near Bison; and north of Covington. Several vehicles landed with seaplanes in ditches without causing any injuries. Three barns were destroyed south of Bison.
Kingfisher County is reporting roof damage to at least one home in Lacey and a damaged barn near Hennessey. Power poles are down near Hennessey. Flash flooding occurred in Kingfisher.
Lincoln County Emergency Management is reporting flooding in the Chandler, Tryon and Wellston areas, as well as debris on some roads.
Midwest City Emergency Management reports downed power lines and limbs.
Osage County Emergency Management reports tornado damage in the Barnsdall area. The Oklahoma Highway Patrol reports 30-40 damaged homes in the Barnsdall area. A natural gas leak is also reported. The Oklahoma State Department of Health reports that a nursing home was damaged and patients are being evacuated. No nursing home patient has injuries that require hospital treatment. The Regional Medical Response System coordinates the evacuation and provides assistance with medical needs. A natural gas leak is reported in Barnsdall and numerous roads are closed due to debris on the roadways. The Oklahoma Highway Patrol is assisting in rescue operations. Emergency responders from numerous jurisdictions are deployed to assist with medical transport, traffic and perimeter control, and search and rescue efforts, including: Barnsdall, Blackwell, Cleveland, Fairfax, Mayes County, Nowata County, Owasso, Ponca City, Rogers County and Oklahoma Task Force 1 Tulsa. A natural gas leak is reported in Barnsdall and numerous roads are closed due to debris on the roadways. FirstNet is sending a Cell on Wheels (COW) to help responders with cellular coverage. Wind damage is also reported in the Shidler area.
Ottawa County Emergency Management reports trees northwest of Commerce.
Washington County Emergency Management reports damage from storms. The damage assessments are still in progress.
Weatherford Emergency Management reports damage to a barn and tree damage between Butler and Foss Lake.

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