Severe Tornado Warning in Tulsa, Oklahoma: Stay Safe and Prepared
A severe tornado warning was issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) in Tulsa, Oklahoma, prompting residents in Osage and Pawnee counties to seek immediate shelter. Radar detected a severe thunderstorm with rotation moving east at 35 miles per hour, capable of producing a tornado and half-dollar-sized hail. Interactive maps from Windy.com displayed the storm's paths.
The NWS in Tulsa issued a tornado warning effective from 3:10 a.m. CDT to 3:45 a.m. CDT on June 6, 2025, for Osage and Pawnee counties. Radar indicated rotation within a severe thunderstorm east of Marland, with potential hazards including tornado formation and hail up to half-dollar size. Residents in Ralston and Fairfax were advised to move to basements or interior rooms on the lowest floor of sturdy buildings and avoid windows.
The broader severe weather pattern across the central and southern High Plains led to scattered severe thunderstorms throughout the day, with risks of very large hail, damaging winds, and additional tornadoes. Oklahoma, known for severe weather, experienced a tornado in Norman on June 3, 2025, resulting in minimal damage in the Oklahoma City metro area but significant rainfall, hail, heavy winds, and flooding.
Emergency officials emphasized the importance of monitoring weather updates and local alerts as the storm track shifted eastward. Real-time impacts and damage reports were available through NWS networks nationwide to keep residents informed and safe during severe weather activity. The ongoing tornado risk in the central United States, particularly in Oklahoma's "Tornado Alley," underscores the need for public awareness and preparedness.
The NWS continued to monitor conditions in Osage, Pawnee, and surrounding counties for further tornado development, issuing updates as needed. Residents were urged to follow official warnings and stay alert for additional storm advisories or emergency instructions. Stay safe and heed warnings during severe weather events to protect lives and property.