Oklahoma Storms: 2 Killed By Tornado Near Holdenville

Two people have died following a tornado near Holdenville, according to Hughes County Emergency Medical Service.

The tornado hit just west of Holdenville Saturday night. Hughes County EMS says there are two fatalities, one 4-month-old child and one adult. They are also reporting four injuries.

Hughes County EMS posted they are moving from search and rescue operations to search and recover operations.

An outbreak of severe weather hit Oklahoma Saturday, April 27.

Related: Heavy Damage, Several Injuries Reported In Sulphur After Tornado

Gov. Kevin Stitt released the following statement in response to the fatal tornado:

“My prayers are with those who lost loved ones as tornadoes ripped through Oklahoma last night. Thank you to Oklahoma Emergency Management and those who have worked through the night to keep Oklahomans safe and have worked to clear debris and assess damage.”

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Connected to the tornado response, Oklahoma Baptist Disaster Relief is preparing meals that are being served to residents in Sulphur and Ardmore. Jason Yarbrough is our state director of disaster relief, and he’s copied on this message.

Oklahoma Baptist Disaster Relief is preparing meals that are being served to residents in Sulphur and Ardmore. Updates will posted on the website, www.okdisasterhelp.org, where people can request assistance or even donate to these ministry efforts.

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