Oklahoma
Weather updates: Tornado emergency declared in western Oklahoma on Sunday
Severe weather capable of producing tornadoes and large hail moved through western Oklahoma Sunday night.
Storms began forming in western Oklahoma late Sunday afternoon and were expected to move closer to Oklahoma City between 9 p.m. and 1 a.m.
The storms were capable of producing tornadoes, winds up to 80 mph and baseball-sized hail, according to the National Weather Service.
A tornado warning was issued at 8:12 p.m. for a storm that produced a tornado near Custer City. The warning was scheduled to expire at 9 p.m.
The warning included areas near Hydro, Geary, Calumet and El Reno.
– Ryan Sharp
A tornado emergency was declared at 7:40 p.m. near Custer City, about 90 miles west of Oklahoma City.
While the tornado emergency was canceled shortly before 8 p.m., the National Weather Service said a tornado warning was still in effect.
The storm was moving east at 25-30 mph, but was expected to weaken as it approached Interstate 35 in the Oklahoma City area.
– Ryan Sharp
National Weather Service updates
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Be prepared — tornadoes are possible in and around the area mentioned in the watch. Be ready to act quickly.
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What to do when there’s a tornado warning
Take action now. A warning means someone saw a tornado or one was indicated by weather radar. Under a tornado warning, there’s imminent danger to life and property. Everyone should move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building and avoid windows.