Construction Begins On Whataburger Damaged In 2017 Tornado

Construction crews are starting work on rebuilding the Whataburger near 41st Street and Hudson.

Tuesday, April 23rd 2019, 9:17 am

By: Joseph Holloway

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Construction Begins On Whataburger Damaged In 2017 Tornado

Construction crews are starting work on rebuilding the Whataburger near 41st Street and Hudson.

It was demolished nearly two years ago after it was heavily damaged in that unexpected tornado from August 2017.

The restaurant was soon demolished and the lot sat idle for nearly two years while the Starbucks next door was rebuilt and reopened several months ago.

Some drivers noticed this "coming soon" sign right here at the 41st and Hudson intersection.

The company confirmed that Whataburger is making a comeback here.

They've cleared the lot and soon, they'll lay foundation and start building.

The company says they appreciate customers' patience as they worked to get the store re-built.

At this point, there's no time table on when the new restaurant will be open.

Joseph Holloway

Joseph Holloway joined the News on 6 team in May 2016. He comes to Tulsa from Fayetteville, Arkansas, where he reported for the NBC and FOX affiliates there for two years.

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