What towns in Oklahoma were hit by tornadoes this weekend? Map, severity

Alexia Aston and Ryan Sharp, The Oklahoman
Updated ·2 min read

Tornadoes, flash flooding and severe weather swarmed Oklahoma Saturday, wiping out homes and devastating areas in the state.

Here's everything we know.

How many tornadoes were in Oklahoma? What towns were hit?

The National Weather Service in Norman reported that there were 25 tornadoes Saturday in the weather service's forecast area.

This map shows where National Weather Service investigators are surveying storm damage after severe weather April 27, 2024. More than 30 possible storm tracks were observed and these surveys will help meteorologists confirm whether a tornado was present, and if so, how strong it was.
This map shows where National Weather Service investigators are surveying storm damage after severe weather April 27, 2024. More than 30 possible storm tracks were observed and these surveys will help meteorologists confirm whether a tornado was present, and if so, how strong it was.

The National Weather Service on Sunday evening released preliminary damage survey results for four tornadoes that occurred Saturday night.

  • Marietta: Confirmed as at least an EF3, with further investigation necessary to determine if rating will go higher.

  • Sulphur: Confirmed as at least an EF3, with further investigation necessary to determine if rating will go higher.

  • Stillwater: EF0 on the northwest side of the city. Max winds 70 mph.

  • Newkirk: EF0 on the west and north of the city. Max winds 75 mph.

NWS investigators are conducting storm damage assessments in more than 30 areas across Oklahoma and north Texas. These surveys will help meteorologists confirm whether a tornado was present and how strong they were.

More: Did this weekend break Oklahoma's record for most tornadoes in one day? NWS tracking dozens

The weather service will provide more information as it becomes available.

How many people died during the tornadoes Saturday?

The Oklahoma medical examiner has confirmed three storm-related fatalities: two in Holdenville and one in Marietta. Gov. Kevin Stitt on Sunday announced a fourth fatality in Sulphur.

Hughes County authorities confirmed one of the victims was a 4-month-old child. The other victim there was an adult male.

The Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management said 100 injuries had been reported as a result of the storms.

How to help the victims of Saturday's tornadoes

  • Oklahoma Red Cross: 90% of what the Red Cross provides is done through volunteers. Those interested in volunteering can sign up on their website.

  • Oklahoma Baptist Disaster Relief: Those interested in making tax-deductible contributions to help storm victims and relief efforts can go OKDisasterHelp.org/donate. If you or a loved one suffered storm damage, you can request assistance on the Oklahoma Baptist Disaster Relief website.

  • BancFirst: The Oklahoma-based bank announced a $250,000 donation to help residents in Sulphur. An account administered by Crossway Church of Sulphur will be opened to accept donations at BancFirst locations statewide. A similar account will be set up to address needs in Marietta.

  • Salvation Army: The Salvation Army was providing meals in Murray and Love counties on Sunday. The Salvation Army is determining need for clean-up kits and other supplies tomorrow. Donations to the Salvation Army can be made at SouthernUSA.SalvationArmy.org/central-oklahoma.

This article originally appeared on Oklahoman: Oklahoma tornadoes: Map, severity of possible tornadoes this weekend