Ada, Oklahoma – A radar-indicated tornado is bearing down on parts of south-central and east-central Oklahoma early Saturday, prompting an urgent Tornado Warning for several counties including Pontotoc and Seminole.
According to the National Weather Service in Norman, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was spotted around 3:56 a.m. CDT, about 7 miles northeast of Stratford, moving southeast at 25 mph. The warning remains in effect until 4:45 a.m., with hazards including a potential tornado and golf ball-sized hail.
Communities in the path—especially Ada, Byng, Vanoss, and Fitzhugh—are urged to seek immediate shelter. Residents should move to a storm shelter, interior room, or basement, and avoid windows. Those in mobile homes or vehicles should relocate to a sturdier structure without delay.
The storm is also threatening northeastern Garvin, southeastern McClain, and southeastern Pottawatomie counties. Windborne debris could damage homes, snap trees, and pose life-threatening risks to anyone exposed.
This is a dangerous situation and could escalate. More warnings may follow as the storm continues southeastward. Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio or local alerts for updates.
