Tornado in Enid, Oklahoma. (Representational Image/ UnSplash)
Tornado Emergency Declared
A tornado emergency was issued for southeast Enid on Thursday evening as a large and destructive tornado moved through central Garfield County.
The National Weather Service said a tornado warning remains in effect until 8:45 p.m. CDT.
At 8:21 p.m. CDT, a confirmed large and destructive tornado was located near Vance Air Force Base and was moving east at about 20 mph.
Authorities declared a “tornado emergency” for southeast Enid, describing the situation as particularly dangerous and urging residents to take cover immediately.
Officials warned of a deadly tornado capable of producing life-threatening flying debris. Mobile homes were expected to be destroyed, while homes, businesses, and vehicles faced the risk of significant damage or total destruction.
Areas impacted included Enid, Waukomis, Breckenridge, Fairmont, and Vance Air Force Base.
Residents in the warning area were urged to seek immediate shelter in a sturdy building, preferably in an interior room on the lowest floor, away from windows.
