"A tornado emergency is the highest alert level for tornadoes. The weather service confirmed a 'large and destructive tornado' on the ground at 8:21 p.m. local time in Enid, Oklahoma, urging residents to take cover."
"'You are in a life-threatening situation,' the weather service stated, warning that flying debris could be deadly and that considerable damage to homes, businesses, and vehicles was likely."
"Garfield County Sheriff Cory Rink reported that search-and-rescue operations were underway in 'hard-hit' areas, although he had no immediate information on injuries."
"Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt called for prayers for the Enid community, which he noted had been 'severely impacted' by the tornado, and mentioned ongoing assessments of damage."
More than a dozen tornadoes struck the Central U.S., with a significant tornado confirmed in Enid, Oklahoma. The National Weather Service issued a tornado emergency, warning of life-threatening conditions and potential destruction. Search-and-rescue operations began in affected areas, with reports of minor injuries. Oklahoma's governor expressed support for the Enid community, which faced severe impacts. The outbreak of severe weather extended from Oklahoma to Iowa, with multiple active tornado warnings in effect.
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