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Severe Flooding in Oklahoma Leads to Tragic Loss of Life

Two fatalities reported in Oklahoma flooding, with more severe weather warnings issued across the Midwest and Southern U.S.

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The flooding is part of severe weather that struck multiple states in the South late Saturday and into Sunday.
2 killed in Oklahoma floodwaters as severe storms hammer parts of the South this Easter weekend
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This was a historical weather event that impacted roads and resulted in dozens of high-water incidents across the city.
Police: 2 Dead in Oklahoma Flooding as Region Remains Under Severe Weather Watch
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Updated: Apr 20th, 2025, 9:23 AM ET

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In Moore, Oklahoma, flooding resulted in the deaths of a woman and a 12-year-old boy after their vehicle was swept away. Police responded to numerous high-water incidents, characterizing the storms as a 'historical weather event.' The National Weather Service has issued warnings for severe thunderstorms and potential tornadoes across multiple states. Millions are under flood watches due to expected rainfall totals of 2 to 5 inches in affected areas. Communities are on alert as severe weather continues to affect the Midwest and South.

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Two people, including a child, died due to severe flooding in Moore, Oklahoma, as police reported numerous high-water incidents during a historical weather event.
Meteorologists have warned of continued flooding, thunderstorms, and potential tornadoes across the Midwest and Southern regions, affecting areas from Oklahoma to Illinois.
The National Weather Service issued severe weather alerts for broad swathes of the affected areas, forecasting heavy rainfall and significant storm threats over the weekend.

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