Severe thunderstorms developed over central Kansas during the late afternoon of the 23rd. These storms moved southeast during the evening and into eastern Oklahoma during the late evening and overnight hours. High amounts of instability and considerable deep layer shear over eastern Oklahoma resulted in the development of a highly organized line of storms. Widespread damaging wind, a tornado, and some large hail resulted across eastern Oklahoma as the line of thunderstorms moved through the region. At least 300,000 people were reportedly without power due to the storms in the area surrounding Tulsa. Some of these outages lasted for nearly a week. In addition, lightning from these storms resulted in a number of structural fires.

Hail in CHOCTAW, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 16:05:00 to 23-JUL-13 16:05:00 (CST-6)
Location: FALLON
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Lightning in TULSA, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 22:45:00 to 23-JUL-13 22:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: TULSA
Property damage: 250.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

Lightning struck the Union 8th Grade Center, igniting a fire that severely damaged the roof of the building.

Lightning in TULSA, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 22:50:00 to 23-JUL-13 22:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: BROKEN ARROW
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

A home was struck by lightning, resulting in a fire that damaged it.

Lightning in TULSA, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 22:50:00 to 23-JUL-13 22:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: JENKS
Property damage: 150.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

Lightning struck a house, resulting in a fire that severely damaged it.

Thunderstorm Wind in TULSA, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 22:40:00 to 23-JUL-13 22:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: BOZARTH
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Thunderstorm winds were estimated to 80 mph by broadcast media at Lookout Mountain. Large tree limbs and power lines were blown down resulting in power outages.

Thunderstorm Wind in CREEK, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 22:40:00 to 23-JUL-13 22:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: NEW MANNFORD
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Strong thunderstorm wind uprooted several trees near Lake Keystone.

Flash Flood in HASKELL, OKLAHOMA
From 24-JUL-13 00:05:00 to 24-JUL-13 06:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: TAMAHA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Utility Company

Locally heavy rainfall resulted in extensive flooding in and around town with several roads closed and impassable.

Flash Flood in SEQUOYAH, OKLAHOMA
From 24-JUL-13 00:15:00 to 24-JUL-13 06:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: VIAN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Many rural roads and some streets were flooded and impassable.

Flash Flood in CHEROKEE, OKLAHOMA
From 24-JUL-13 00:33:00 to 24-JUL-13 06:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: TAHLEQUAH
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Several roads in and around town had significant flooding and were impassable.

Thunderstorm Wind in TULSA, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 22:45:00 to 23-JUL-13 22:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: TULSA
Magnitude: 65.00 EG
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Strong thunderstorm wind damaged the roof of a home and blew down trees, one of which fell onto a home. Power lines were blown down resulting in power outages.

Thunderstorm Wind in MUSKOGEE, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 23:56:00 to 23-JUL-13 23:56:00 (CST-6)
Location: PORUM
Magnitude: 65.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Strong thunderstorm wind blew down numerous trees and severely damaged small outbuildings.

Thunderstorm Wind in TULSA, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 22:45:00 to 23-JUL-13 22:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: RED FORK
Magnitude: 79.00 MG
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A home weather station in west Tulsa measured thunderstorm wind gusts to 91 mph. Widespread damage to trees and power lines occurred in this area, which resulted in widespread power outages.

Flash Flood in CHEROKEE, OKLAHOMA
From 24-JUL-13 00:00:00 to 24-JUL-13 06:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: PEGGS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Post Office

Portions of Highway 82 were flooded and impassable due to locally heavy rainfall.

Thunderstorm Wind in PITTSBURG, OKLAHOMA
From 24-JUL-13 00:00:00 to 24-JUL-13 00:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: BOWLER
Magnitude: 65.00 EG
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Strong thunderstorm wind blew portions of a roof off of a porch in Longtown.

Thunderstorm Wind in PUSHMATAHA, OKLAHOMA
From 24-JUL-13 01:25:00 to 24-JUL-13 01:25:00 (CST-6)
Location: SNOW
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Post Office

Strong thunderstorm wind blew down several trees.

Thunderstorm Wind in LE FLORE, OKLAHOMA
From 24-JUL-13 00:50:00 to 24-JUL-13 00:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: POTEAU
Magnitude: 65.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Strong thunderstorm wind blew down a large tree.

Thunderstorm Wind in TULSA, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 22:40:00 to 23-JUL-13 22:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: DAWSON
Magnitude: 62.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

The Oklahoma Mesonet station in north Tulsa measured 71 mph thunderstorm wind gusts.

Lightning in TULSA, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 22:40:00 to 23-JUL-13 22:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: TULSA
Property damage: 250.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

Lightning struck a day care center, resulting in a fire that destroyed it.

Thunderstorm Wind in TULSA, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 22:45:00 to 23-JUL-13 22:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: TULSA
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Strong thunderstorm wind was estimated to 70 mph in west Tulsa.

Thunderstorm Wind in CREEK, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 22:45:00 to 23-JUL-13 22:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: SAPULPA
Magnitude: 65.00 EG
Property damage: 75.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Strong thunderstorm wind snapped large tree limbs. Many power lines and poles were blown down resulting in widespread power outages.

Hail in CHOCTAW, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 15:15:00 to 23-JUL-13 15:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: BOSWELL
Magnitude: 1.50 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Thunderstorm Wind in CRAIG, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 16:20:00 to 23-JUL-13 16:20:00 (CST-6)
Location: CENTRALIA
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Thunderstorm wind gusts were estimated to 60 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in ADAIR, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 20:15:00 to 23-JUL-13 20:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: PROCTOR
Magnitude: 65.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: County Official

Strong thunderstorm wind blew down a tree and snapped numerous large tree limbs.

Thunderstorm Wind in OSAGE, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 21:50:00 to 23-JUL-13 21:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: PEARSONIA
Magnitude: 57.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

The Oklahoma Mesonet station near Foraker measured 66 mph thunderstorm wind gusts.

Thunderstorm Wind in CHOCTAW, OKLAHOMA
From 24-JUL-13 01:55:00 to 24-JUL-13 01:55:00 (CST-6)
Location: HUGO
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Strong thunderstorm wind blew down trees and power lines and snapped numerous limbs. A few structures had their roofs damaged by the wind.

Thunderstorm Wind in TULSA, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 22:45:00 to 23-JUL-13 22:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: OWASSO
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Strong thunderstorm wind snapped large limbs off several hardwood trees. Power lines were blown down resulting in power outages.

Thunderstorm Wind in WASHINGTON, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 21:50:00 to 23-JUL-13 21:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: BARTLESVILLE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Strong thunderstorm wind snapped large tree limbs.

Thunderstorm Wind in OSAGE, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 21:50:00 to 23-JUL-13 21:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: BURBANK
Magnitude: 50.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

The Oklahoma Mesonet station near Burbank measured 58 mph thunderstorm wind gusts.

Tornado in WAGONER, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 23:06:00 to 23-JUL-13 23:12:00 (CST-6)
Location: LA BARGE
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 180.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This tornado damaged a metal building, destroyed barns and outbuildings, destroyed portions of two storage units, damaged the roofs and siding of dozens of homes and businesses, uprooted trees, and blew down power poles. Based on this damage, maximum estimated wind in the tornado was 90 to 100 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in OSAGE, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 21:54:00 to 23-JUL-13 21:54:00 (CST-6)
Location: BURBANK
Magnitude: 63.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

The Oklahoma Mesonet station near Burbank measured 73 mph thunderstorm wind gusts.

Thunderstorm Wind in TULSA, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 22:25:00 to 23-JUL-13 22:25:00 (CST-6)
Location: SKIATOOK
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Strong thunderstorm wind damaged the roof and awning of a restaurant. Power lines were blown down resulting in power outages.

Thunderstorm Wind in OSAGE, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 22:30:00 to 23-JUL-13 22:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: SAND SPGS
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Strong thunderstorm wind blew down a couple trees and snapped numerous large tree limbs. Power lines were blown down resulting in power outages.

Thunderstorm Wind in TULSA, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 22:34:00 to 23-JUL-13 22:34:00 (CST-6)
Location: SPERRY
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Strong thunderstorm wind snapped large tree limbs.

Thunderstorm Wind in ROGERS, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 22:40:00 to 23-JUL-13 22:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: VERDIGRIS
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

Strong thunderstorm wind blew down numerous large tree limbs and power lines.

Thunderstorm Wind in TULSA, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 22:42:00 to 23-JUL-13 22:42:00 (CST-6)
Location: (TUL)TULSA INTL ARPT
Magnitude: 66.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: ASOS

The ASOS system at the Tulsa International Airport measured 76 mph thunderstorm wind gusts.

Thunderstorm Wind in TULSA, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 22:43:00 to 23-JUL-13 22:43:00 (CST-6)
Location: JENKS
Magnitude: 52.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Thunderstorm wind gusts to 60 mph were measured at 121st Street South and Peoria Avenue.

Thunderstorm Wind in ROGERS, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 22:45:00 to 23-JUL-13 22:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: CATOOSA
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

Strong thunderstorm wind snapped numerous large tree limbs in the Cornerstone West subdivision.

Thunderstorm Wind in ROGERS, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 22:50:00 to 23-JUL-13 22:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: CLAREMORE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Strong thunderstorm wind snapped several large tree limbs at the Heritage Hills Golf Course.

Thunderstorm Wind in WAGONER, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 22:59:00 to 23-JUL-13 22:59:00 (CST-6)
Location: KADASHAN
Magnitude: 65.00 EG
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Strong thunderstorm wind snapped numerous trees, damaged roofs of homes, and snapped at least nine power poles.

Thunderstorm Wind in TULSA, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 23:00:00 to 23-JUL-13 23:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: DAWSON
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Strong thunderstorm wind snapped large tree limbs.

Thunderstorm Wind in OKMULGEE, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 23:04:00 to 23-JUL-13 23:04:00 (CST-6)
Location: HECTOR
Magnitude: 57.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

The Oklahoma Mesonet station near Hectorville measured 66 mph thunderstorm wind gusts.

Flash Flood in OTTAWA, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 23:10:00 to 24-JUL-13 01:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: MIAMI ARPT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Locally heavy rainfall resulted in widespread flooding in and around Miami. Several streets were impassable.

Thunderstorm Wind in WAGONER, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 23:11:00 to 23-JUL-13 23:11:00 (CST-6)
Location: LA BARGE
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Strong thunderstorm wind overturned an outbuilding, removed a section of metal roof from a shop, and severely damaged a metal storage building.

Thunderstorm Wind in WAGONER, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 23:15:00 to 23-JUL-13 23:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: YONKERS
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Strong thunderstorm wind blew down trees. One fell onto a mobile home in the White Horn Cove area.

Thunderstorm Wind in MUSKOGEE, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 23:24:00 to 23-JUL-13 23:24:00 (CST-6)
Location: MUSKOGEE
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Strong thunderstorm wind blew down several trees and power lines.

Thunderstorm Wind in SEQUOYAH, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 23:45:00 to 23-JUL-13 23:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: GORE
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Utility Company

Strong thunderstorm wind blew down several power poles.

Thunderstorm Wind in PAWNEE, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 23:52:00 to 23-JUL-13 23:52:00 (CST-6)
Location: PAWNEE
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Strong thunderstorm wind blew down several large tree limbs.

Thunderstorm Wind in MCINTOSH, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 23:52:00 to 23-JUL-13 23:52:00 (CST-6)
Location: EUFAULA
Magnitude: 67.00 MG
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Thunderstorm wind gusts were measured to 77 mph at the courthouse in Eufaula. Trees and power lines were blown down.

Thunderstorm Wind in MUSKOGEE, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 23:55:00 to 23-JUL-13 23:55:00 (CST-6)
Location: PORUM
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Utility Company

Strong thunderstorm wind blew down numerous trees and power poles in and around Porum.

Thunderstorm Wind in MUSKOGEE, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 23:55:00 to 23-JUL-13 23:55:00 (CST-6)
Location: WEBBERS FALLS
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Strong thunderstorm wind blew down numerous trees.

Lightning in TULSA, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 22:45:00 to 23-JUL-13 22:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: TULSA
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

Lightning struck a hotel, resulting in a fire that damaged the structure.

Thunderstorm Wind in OSAGE, OKLAHOMA
From 23-JUL-13 22:04:00 to 23-JUL-13 22:04:00 (CST-6)
Location: WYNONA
Magnitude: 57.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

The Oklahoma Mesonet station near Wynona measured 66 mph thunderstorm wind gusts.

Thunderstorm Wind in LE FLORE, OKLAHOMA
From 24-JUL-13 00:40:00 to 24-JUL-13 00:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: SPIRO
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Strong thunderstorm wind blew down trees and numerous large tree limbs.