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State of emergency in Oklahoma as tornadoes kill at least four

At least four people are dead after a tornado swept through Oklahoma late on Saturday, levelling buildings, trees and knocking out power for tens of thousands of residents.

Oklahoma Tornado: Massive destruction seen due to tornado in Sulphur, Oklahoma; 4 dead | Oneindia

Deadly tornadoes tore through Oklahoma, claiming the lives of four individuals, including an infant, and injuring over 100 others. The destructive storms left a trail of devastation in Sulphur, a rural town with approximately 5,000 residents. Buildings were completely destroyed, cars overturned, and roofs blown off houses, leaving behind scenes of widespread destruction. Additionally, thousands of residents were left without electricity in the aftermath of the tornadoes. “You just can’t believe the destruction,” Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt said during a visit to the hard-hit town. “It seems like every business downtown has been destroyed.” #OklahomaTornado #SulphurOklahoma #TornadoDestruction #USNews #NaturalDisaster #TornadoDamage #SulphurTornado #EmergencyResponse #WeatherAlert #StormDamage ~PR.152~ED.194~GR.125~HT.96~

Dozens of deadly tornadoes strike Oklahoma

Deadly Storms Forecast to Cross 1,000 Miles of the US

Deadly Storms , Forecast to Cross , 1,000 Miles of the US. 'Newsweek' reports meteorologists have warned that a life-threatening storm could impact millions of people across the central United States this week. On April 23, AccuWeather issued a warning regarding , "one of the most widespread severe weather events so far in 2024.". According to AccuWeather, the incoming storm , "will unleash tornadoes, hard-hitting hail and damaging winds across a dozen states.". On April 25, the first storm of the system is set to arrive, closely followed by subsequent storms expected to last throughout the weekend. AccuWeather warned the storms are expected to pose a , "significant risk to lives and property.". All modes of severe weather are likely with the multiple-day event in the central U.S, Bernie Rayno, AccuWeather Chief On-Air Meteorologist, via 'Newsweek'. Two storms, off the Pacific coast on Tuesday, will swing across the West and cause moisture to surge northward from the Gulf of Mexico while, at the same time, temperatures surge, Bernie Rayno, AccuWeather Chief On-Air Meteorologist, via 'Newsweek'. 'Newsweek' reports that the states at greatest risk are:, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Missouri, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Kentucky, Tennessee, Mississippi, Louisiana and Texas. According to AccuWeather, the storm is expected to cross an estimated 1,000 miles on April 26, passing into central Texas all the way from southern Minnesota. . In addition to dangerous storm conditions, the National Weather Service has warned that critical fire weather conditions, "will also be present across parts of the Southwest into the southern High Plains."

National Guard Deployment Among Precautions Taken for Upcoming Solar Eclipse

National Guard Deployment , Among Precautions Taken for , Upcoming Solar Eclipse. National Guard Deployment , Among Precautions Taken for , Upcoming Solar Eclipse. 'Newsweek' reports that the Oklahoma National Guard will be deployed during the upcoming April 8 total solar eclipse. On March 20, the state said the guard would be deployed to assist emergency management dealing with "an unprecedented number of tourists.". On March 20, the state said the guard would be deployed to assist emergency management dealing with "an unprecedented number of tourists.". McCurtain County, in the southeast part of the state, is expected to see as many as 100,000 tourists visit the area. . This influx of visitors has the potential to overtax local resources and thanks to the training and experience our Guardsmen have working alongside local agencies all across Oklahoma, the CST is uniquely qualified to support our fellow Oklahomans, Lt. Col Jabonn Flurry, Commander of the 63rd Civil Support Team, via 'Newsweek'. According to NASA, McCurtain County's city of Idabel is predicted to be one of the 13 best spots in the country to see the rare celestial event. Officials across the eclipse's path of totality have expressed concerns that public safety resources will be stretched thin as the spectacle draws massive crowds. Similarly, schools along the path of totality have announced they would close for the day, citing concerns for student safety. In at least four states, residents have been urged to stock up on groceries and gas ahead of the event, as local roads are expected to be overrun with tourists. In at least four states, residents have been urged to stock up on groceries and gas ahead of the event, as local roads are expected to be overrun with tourists. The Federal Highway Administration has warned that increased traffic could lead to a number of safety concerns, including the potential for wildfires. The Federal Highway Administration has warned that increased traffic could lead to a number of safety concerns, including the potential for wildfires. The April 8 eclipse's path of totality stretches from northern Mexico across the eastern U.S. into New England.