Severe Storms and Flash Flooding Lead to Multiple Casualties and Evacuations in Oklahoma and Texas
Recent slow-moving storms have caused devastating flash flooding across Oklahoma and Texas, resulting in at least five fatalities and widespread road closures. Cities like Lawton are on high alert, having issued voluntary evacuation orders as they brace for further rainfall. The National Weather Service has reported record-setting precipitation this April, prompting local officials to warn residents of severe weather risks. In nearby Lexington, evacuations are underway as the Canadian River threatens nearby neighborhoods. As authorities continue to respond to flooding emergencies, they urge the public to avoid dangerous floodwaters.
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