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Severe Thunderstorms and Tornadoes Expected in Oklahoma Tomorrow

11/22/2025

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Oklahoma Thunderstorms Threat

Severe thunderstorms are forecast across Oklahoma on November 20, 2025, with hail and winds above 60 mph.
National Weather Service (NWS) warns of tornadoes in south-central Oklahoma, with storms peaking 4–7 p.m.
Flooding is likely to subside by 11 p.m. on November 20, 2025.
A break in severe weather is anticipated on November 21, 2025, though additional storms may return.
Residents should stay alert and prepared for rapidly changing conditions.

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Tornado Warnings Issued

A tornado warning for Cherokee, Rusk, and Smith counties in East Texas remained in effect until 10 p.m. on November 20, 2025.
Residents were urged to seek shelter immediately.
On November 21, a tornado warning briefly affected McQueeney and Seguin before being downgraded to a severe thunderstorm warning.
The National Weather Service confirmed an EF-2 tornado from the April 2011 outbreak that damaged Greene County, including destroyed homes.

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Historical Context

The 1974 Super Outbreak, occurring on April 3-4, produced 149 tornadoes across 13 states, resulting in 366 fatalities and extensive destruction. This event prompted significant improvements in tornado warning systems and public safety protocols, particularly in affected areas like Xenia, Ohio. Ongoing severe weather warnings in regions like Oklahoma and Texas highlight the continued need for advancements in meteorological technology.

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Oklahoma Thunderstorms Threat

Severe thunderstorms are forecast across Oklahoma on November 20, 2025, with hail and winds above 60 mph.
National Weather Service (NWS) warns of tornadoes in south-central Oklahoma, with storms peaking 4–7 p.m.
Flooding is likely to subside by 11 p.m. on November 20, 2025.
A break in severe weather is anticipated on November 21, 2025, though additional storms may return.
Residents should stay alert and prepared for rapidly changing conditions.

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