Two people are dead and there are reports of damage in several communities after tornadic storms blew through Oklahoma Friday night.
Okmulgee County Sheriff Eddie Rice confirms two people died in the Beggs area. The two victims were in the same home. Two other people were hurt and were taken to a hospital in Tulsa.
Damage was also reported around the Beggs Middle School campus.
Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols posted photos on Facebook from damage to Tulsa Tech's Peoria campus. "While we’re grateful there are no reports of injuries in Tulsa at this time, our thoughts are with those across Northeast Oklahoma who experienced more severe impacts from tonight’s storms," said Nichols.
Damage was also reported in nearby neighborhoods in North Tulsa.
The Creek County sheriff's department confirms homes were damaged north of Bristow.
Damage was also reported in the Catoosa and Broken Arrow areas.
Governor Kevin Stitt says he is monitoring the storm damage. “Just got off calls with Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols and Beggs Mayor Roger Merrill following tornadoes in their communities this evening,” said Stitt. “We are committed to assist with their recovery efforts.”
The City of Tulsa says it is assessing conditions following severe weather and a potential tornado that moved through North Tulsa earlier this evening.
City emergency response teams are working to assess conditions and respond to any immediate needs. Crews are also monitoring roadways and infrastructure in coordination with local emergency management partners, particularly in the areas of 36th and 46th St. N. and N. Lewis Ave. and N. Peoria Ave.
Residents are encouraged to use caution and stay away from any potential hazards such as downed power lines, blocked roadways, or storm damage.
**Closures**
36th St. N. between N. Peoria Ave. and N. Lansing Ave. is currently closed due to downed power lines and a gas leak. Public Service Company of Oklahoma (PSO) will be out in the morning to remove the lines. The road will remain closed until that time. Please follow posted barricades and detours.
**Damage Assessments**
Scattered damage reports are coming in across parts of North Tulsa, including roof and tree damage, as well as several downed power lines.
Please do not be out if you don't have to be in order to give crews room to assess and respond.
**Gas Line Safety**
If you smell what you believe is a gas leak, leave the area immediately before calling 9-1-1.
**PSO & Power Line Safety**
If you come across downed power lines, always treat them as live and dangerous, even if they are not sparking or smoking. Don't touch them or attempt to drive over them. To report a downed line, call 1-833-776-6884 (1-833-PSO-OUTG) or 9-1-1 in the case of an emergency.