A powerful supercell thunderstorm complex produced at least six confirmed tornadoes across central Oklahoma on Wednesday afternoon, causing significant damage in three counties. The strongest tornado was rated EF-3 with estimated winds of 160 mph.
Emergency management officials reported structural damage to hundreds of homes in the greater Norman area, though early warning systems and timely alerts are credited with preventing fatalities.
Storm chasers documented the outbreak extensively, with several large wedge tornadoes remaining on the ground for over 20 minutes each across open farmland before impacting suburban areas.
