Barnsdall, Bartlesville Begin Clean Up After Destructive Storms
Tornadoes Touched Down in Central and Northeast Oklahoma
A tornado destroyed homes and toppled trees and power lines in Barnsdall and Bartlesville, Oklahoma, on Monday night. The National Weather Service confirmed that an EF-2 tornado with winds up to 120 mph touched down in Barnsdall at 9:30 p.m. The tornado then moved east-northeast and struck Bartlesville at 9:45 p.m., causing significant damage to buildings and infrastructure.
Bartlesville Police Working 12-Hour Shifts
Bartlesville police are working 12-hour shifts until further notice to assist with the cleanup and recovery efforts. The city has also issued a boil water advisory for all residents as a precaution.
Roof Ripped Off Hotel in Bartlesville
A roof was ripped off a hotel in Bartlesville during the storm. No injuries were reported at the hotel, but several other buildings in the area were damaged.
Conclusion
The storms caused widespread damage in Barnsdall and Bartlesville, but no serious injuries have been reported. The communities are now working together to clean up the debris and rebuild. The National Weather Service is urging residents to be aware of the potential for additional storms in the coming days.
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