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1 killed in Barnsdall after tornado damages town

A large tornado struck the northeastern Oklahoma town of Barnsdall Monday evening, one of several severe storms that swept across the state throughout the day.

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Osage County authorities confirmed that one person has died following a tornado storm that struck Barnsdall on Monday.

Tornado damage in Barnsdall.

This storm caused significant damage across much of the city in Osage County.

News On 6’s Chloe Abbott is at the scene where homes are heavily damaged, roofs are removed and power lines are down.

In a neighborhood near 3rd and Chestnut, the street is covered in debris.

It is unclear whether there are any injuries from this storm.

Storm damage in Barnsdall – May 6, 2024Image provided by: Griffin Media

Barnsdall damage May 6, 2024Image provided by: Griffin Media

Storm damage in Barnsdall – May 6, 2024Image provided by: Griffin Media

Debris and emergency vehicles were present as storm searchers drove through the city Monday evening.

Our tracker, Brandon Welles, helped first responders to downed power lines in Barnsdall.

The Oklahoma Highway Patrol said if you are looking for loved ones in Barnsdall, you should go to Gilbert’s field house.