Kiowa, OK – A tornado has been confirmed in southeast Oklahoma this afternoon, prompting urgent warnings for residents in multiple counties as the storm continues moving through the region.
According to the US National Weather Service in Tulsa, a tornado was observed around 5:13 p.m. on the east side of Kiowa in southwest Pittsburg County. Storm trackers reported the funnel as it moved southeast, placing parts of western Pushmataha County in its projected path.
Officials are urging residents in southwest Pittsburg County and western Pushmataha County to take cover immediately. The storm’s movement and intensity raise concerns about potential damage, rapidly changing conditions, and dangerous travel.
The affected area includes communities near Kiowa, with broader impacts possible across rural sections of both counties. Emergency management officials advise seeking shelter in a sturdy building, away from windows, and preferably in a basement or interior room on the lowest floor.
Drivers are also being warned to avoid the area if possible, as severe weather may reduce visibility and create hazardous road conditions.
This system is part of a larger severe weather pattern impacting portions of Oklahoma today, with the potential for additional warnings as conditions evolve into the evening hours.
Residents are encouraged to monitor local alerts, weather radios, and official updates for real-time information as the situation develops.
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