BREAKING: Three possibly life-threatening injuries reported from Claremore tornado

May 26—Three people received possible life-threatening injuries from Saturday's storm, according to a media release from the city of Claremore.

Twenty-three storm-related injuries were reported — 19 were transported to area hospitals, according to the release.

First-responders are assessing damage, including downed trees, power lines and damage to homes and buildings. Members of the emergency response team are currently assessing the damage.

"City and county officials are actively working rescue and repair operations and collaborating with local and state officials to address citizen's needs," said John Feary, Claremore City Manager and Dan Delozier, Rogers County Commissioner.

Additional updates:

—The Red Cross has established a respite and resource center at Memorial Heights Baptist Church (1500 W. Will Rogers Blvd). Additionally, mobile units are delivering food and water, and cleanup kits (shovels, rakes, tarps, brooms to assist those affected). The public can call 800-Red-Cross to request services.

—Roads into Claremore will remain closed until noon as public responders assess the damage and secure any areas that pose safety risks. After noon, only residents with an I.D. will be allowed to enter the City until further notice.

—Power is out across the entire City of Claremore due to the impact on all four substations. Crews are onsite working to repair the damage.

—There is no fuel available in Claremore. Those who need fuel will need to access from surrounding cities.