Saturday 3:00 p.m.
OG&E says more than 80% of customers who lost power during the storms have had it restored. They said all customers in Northeast Oklahoma should have power restored by 10 p.m. Saturday night.
12:00 p.m.
2 News has also learned of damage in Wilburton. We have a crew heading there now to learn more.
9:45 a.m.
OG&E says more than 50% of customers who lost power during the overnight storms have been restored. Approximately 8,100 customers remain wihtout power.
8:30 a.m.
Skiatook Police said eastbound Highway 20 from Skiatook to Highway 75 is back open. Westbound lanes remain closed from flooding. Drivers are urged to use caution as conditions could change.
8:06 a.m.
McAlester
Severe weather swept through McAlester early on the morning of June 7th.
Local News
The suspected tornado left damaged buildings behind.
The Jefferson Highway organization canceled planned events in McAlester after the storm.
2 News Oklahoma crews are on the way to the area and will update as we learn more.
Skiatook
Street flooding forced Skiatook police to close roads.
Due to flooding, the following roads are currently CLOSED:An alternative route is 52nd Street if you are going to Tulsa.
- Highway 20 – Both Eastbound and Westbound lanes from the Highway 20 & Highway 11 intersection toward Highway 75 are closed due to water over the roadway.
- 136th Street – Eastbound from the Highway 11 & 136th St intersection is also closed due to flooding.
Please DO NOT attempt to walk or drive through high, fast-moving water. It is extremely dangerous and can sweep vehicles and people away quickly.
We will provide updates as conditions change. Stay alert, stay safe, and avoid all flooded areas.
