A confirmed tornado was reported Friday evening in northeastern Creek County as severe weather swept across parts of Oklahoma, prompting warnings for communities along the storm's path.
The National Weather Service (NWS) in Tulsa said the tornado was spotted around 5:45 PM CST about six miles northwest of Kellyville and moving northeast at roughly 30 mph.
Areas under threat from the storm include Sand Springs, Sapulpa, Mannford, Tulsa, and Keystone State Park, with residents in nearby areas such as Bristow, Kellyville, and Bixby urged to remain alert as sirens sounded across parts of the region.
The storm also poses risks along Interstate 44, particularly between mile markers 202 and 218.
Weather officials warned that the storm is capable of producing a damaging tornado along with quarter-sized hail, with flying debris posing a serious threat to anyone caught outside.
Mobile homes may be damaged or destroyed, and significant damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles is possible, with tree damage also expected in affected areas.
Emergency shelter guidance was issued, with people in the warning area advised to move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building and avoid windows.
Anyone outdoors, in vehicles, or in mobile homes should seek the nearest substantial shelter to protect themselves from flying debris.
In a separate incident, a tornado struck Union City in Calhoun County, leaving over 2,200 Calhoun County energy customers without power.
